The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technical Sergeant Thurman W. Wyatt (ASN: 20403366), 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 26 November 1944 in France. On that date, near St. Avold, France, Technical Sergeant Wyatt assumed command of his platoon when the platoon leader was evacuated as a casualty, and courageously led his men to the objective through severe mortar, artillery, and small arms fire. Having attained and consolidated his position Technical Sergeant Wyatt at great personal risk returned to the battalion to receive future plans and report the situation to the commander. On returning to the platoon he found one squad isolated by the enemy, but by bold and skillful maneuvering, he relieved that squad and drove the enemy back. The bravery, leadership, and constant devotion to duty displayed by Technical Sergeant Wyatt were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.