The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Donald R. Hall (ASN: 0-383233), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 8 November 1944 in France. On that date, Lieutenant Hall was serving as an artillery liaison officer advancing with a battalion of infantry which was under heavy enemy mortar and artillery fire. During this operation the artillery forward observer became a casualty, whereupon Lieutenant Hall immediately assumed the additional duties and went forward as the observer, advancing through open terrain under continuous enemy observation to establish his OP. He successfully directed artillery fire until his radio was destroyed by enemy shell fire. After another radio was brought forward, he established a new position, in full view of the enemy and despite the constant enemy shelling, steadfastly performed his duties. The utter disregard for personal safety, outstanding leadership, and zealous devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Hall were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.