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 Matthew A. Elshoff (ASN: 15260103), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 14 November 1944 in France. While serving as an Aid Man with an infantry rifle company, Private Elshoff exposed himself to intense danger from heavy enemy artillery fire to render medical assistance to the seriously wounded crew of a supporting tank. Again during the attack, Private Elshoff voluntarily advanced under heavy fire from the enemy to administer first aid to the wounded and moved two seriously injured comrades from their completely exposed positions to a nearby defilade for shelter. The personal bravery, disregard for safety, and loyal devotion to duty displayed by Private Elshoff were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.