The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Medical Corps) Edward T. Cicione (ASN: 0-1688051), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as a Medical Officer with the 318th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 15 March 1945 in Germany. On that date, Captain Cicione commanded a medical team which at great risk gained entrance into Neiskirchen, Germany, which the enemy was bitterly defending. For thirty-six hours he operated on and treated the injured, disregarding the severe fighting being wages around him. Needing medical supplies he forced his way into an enemy held building and obtained the needed material for continuing his work. Captain Cicione’s courage, perseverance, and sincere devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.