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 August G. Ahrens (ASN: 37628532), United States Army, for gallantry in action and disregard for personal safety while serving with a Medical Detachment of the 9th Infantry Division on 11 October 1944, during the operations in Germany. His actions reflect highest credit upon himself and the armed forces of the United States.