(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes Pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) George Wilkens, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 3d Battalion, 398th Infantry Regiment, 100th Infantry Division, in action at Lemberg, France, during World War II. Second Lieutenant Wilkens’ gallant actions and selfless devotion to duty, without regard for his own safety, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.