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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Private First Class Casimir J. Jaworski (ASN: 12021923), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily in 1943. When the enemy threatened his battalion with encirclement, Private Jaworski unhesitatingly moved forward to reestablish important communications. Although constantly harassed by intense machine gun fire from enemy patrols, he courageously pushed forward and accomplished his mission. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Regiment:

    26th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 12 (April 3, 1943)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Casimir J. Jaworski (ASN: 12021923), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division in the period from January to April 1943. While manning an observation post deep within enemy lines, Private Jaworski and a small group of Allied soldiers were attacked by a superior enemy force. Private Jaworski immediately severed communication lines leading to this outpost and inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy until forced to withdraw. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.