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 Captain (Air Corps) Earl H. Remmel (ASN: 0-761624), United States Army Air Forces, for gallantry in action on 6 February 1945, as Pilot of a B-25 Mitchell Bomber of the 447th Bombardment Squadron, 321st Bombardment Group (Heavy), TWELFTH Air Force, on an operational mission to Rovereto, Italy. During the bomb run, the aircraft was hit by intense and accurate anti-aircraft fire which severed the left wing and disabled one engine, causing the aircraft to rapidly lose speed and altitude. Captain Remmel gave the order to abandon ship and with his Co-Pilot, remained at his station to control the aircraft, thus enabling the five crew members to parachute safely before another direct hit further damaged the aircraft, causing it to crash in enemy territory. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Remmel, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army Air Forces.