The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Robert L. Lazenby (ASN: 34771662), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 359th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 9 November 1944, near Hunting, France. On that date, the squad with which Sergeant Lazenby was advancing was halted by an enemy machine-gun, and the squad leader was severely wounded. Sergeant Lazenby quickly reorganized the men, assumed command, and then advanced alone against the enemy position, braving the intense fire directed against him. Approaching closely, he threw three hand grenades which destroyed the gun and killed the crew. He returned to his men and led them in a further attack against the enemy. Sergeant Lazenby’s conspicuous heroism, courageous leadership, and loyal devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.