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 Private First Class Robert J. Hubbard (ASN: 42107128), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Headquarters, 58th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 4 April 1945. Private Hubbard was serving as scout for a reconnaissance platoon. Upon contacting the enemy, the platoon was pinned down. Private Hubbard immediately moved to the foremost position with a one-quarter ton truck. He opened fire with the machine gun mounted on the vehicle, thereby covering the withdrawal of the platoon. After exhausting two full boxes of ammunition, he dismounted. Remaining at his position, he opened fire with his carbine, firing two clips at the enemy, enabling the platoon to complete its withdrawal without casualties. While engaged in this mission, Private Hubbard was fatally wounded by enemy sniper fire. His devotion beyond the call of duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.