The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Chaplain’s Corps) Albert C. M. Steffens, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a chaplain with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action from 26 to 28 January 1943, near Cusseltia during the Tunisian Campaign in North Africa. Chaplain Steffens entered between the opposing lines, amidst heavy fire, and assisted in evacuating the wounded, administering the Last Rites, both to the enemy and to our own troops who were lying mortally wounded on the field of battle, and thereby appearing in advance of the line held by the most forward elements. By this devotion to duty, Chaplain Steffens has gained the respect and admiration of the wounded, friend and foe, and the highest moral inspiration. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Chaplain Steffens, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.