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 [then Staff Sergeant] Edward P. Regan (ASN: 33385924), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 302d Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Germany on 27 January 1945. In a coordinated attack, Sergeant Regan’s squad was following friendly tanks into a German town when a concealed German 88-mm. gun knocked out the leading tank. As the gun was traversing to fire on a second tank, Sergeant Regan, completely disregarding personal safety and in the face of intense fire, ran to the tank. By beating his rifle on the side, he warned the crew of the imminent danger. Then, by skillful maneuvering, he directed the tank to a new position and directed fire which silenced the enemy gun. In the height of battle, when friendly tanks fired on troops in the town, the courageous sergeant ran to the leading tank and pointed out enemy targets. His gallantry, aggressiveness and outstanding leadership are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.