The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Technical Sergeant Albert P. Bartos (ASN: 35060790), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action on 14 April 1945, in Germany. In the course of the attack of his company against the town of Kameritz, the platoon of Sergeant Bartos’ encountered heavy enemy machine gun fire coming from entrenched positions, forcing the men to hit the ground. Realizing the necessity of continuing the advance he ran from man to man urging them forward. Although wounded in the leg by enemy fire he refused medical aid and continued his aggressive leadership until he was mortally wounded. His tenacious determination resulted in the continuation of the attack and the accomplishment of his mission. The conspicuous and courageous fighting spirit and devotion to duty of Sergeant Bartos reflect the highest credit upon himself and exemplify the finest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.