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 [then Sergeant] Henry Wilder (ASN: 34576470), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company L, 302d Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action at Nennig, Germany, on 20 January 1945. On that date, Sergeant Wilder’s platoon was surrounded by overwhelming enemy forces. They held their position for six days, battling cold and hunger and the determined enemy. While under continual observation of the enemy, Sergeant Wilder courageously made many patrols to the flanks and to the rear in an attempt to find a route of withdrawal, and it was through his efforts that the platoon leader was kept informed of the enemy dispositions. Staff Sergeant Wilder’s gallant actions and selfless devotion to duty, without regard for his own safety, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.