The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Leo M. Borkowicz (ASN: 33565046), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop A, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Squadron, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 1 March 1945. When his platoon started withdrawal from a heavily-defended road block, two members were left pinned down by the intense fire. Corporal Borkowicz voluntarily returned to the position in a one-quarter ton vehicle completely exposed to heavy fire. He fought his way to the two helpless men and succeeded in bringing them to safety. His actions reflect great credit on himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.