The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Sean P. Samaroo, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Squad Leader with the 2d Platoon, Company C, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, 173d Airborne Brigade Combat Team, during an enemy attack on Vehicle Patrol Base WANAT in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. Staff Sergeant Samaroo’s perseverance under fire and leadership in the face of mortal danger saved the day when almost all had been lost. His valorous efforts contributed to the defeat of a numerically superior enemy force. Staff Sergeant Samaroo’s actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his command, and the United States Army.