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 First Class Charles E. Cartee (ASN: 37729746), 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 6 January 1945 in Luxembourg. On that date, during an attack on Goesdorf, Luxembourg, Private First Class Cartee, an Aid Man, was advancing with a rifle company, when he was notified that a comrade lay wounded in an open field subjected to severe enemy fire. Unable to secure assistance because the rescue of the casualty was considered impossible, he fearlessly advanced alone through the withering fire and dragged his comrade to safety. His valiant act undoubtedly saved the life of the wounded soldier. Private First Class Cartee’s outstanding bravery, courage, and sincere devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.