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 Private First Class Henry J. McKellar (ASN: 34966418), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 253d Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 17 February 1945, in the vicinity of Neunkirch, France. Private First Class McKellar, a Medical Aid Man, ignored heavy artillery, mortar and small arms fire to minister to the wounded. During a heavy concentration he went to the aid of a rifleman and was fatally wounded while rendering medical assistance. His prompt medical aid was instrumental in the saving of many lives. Private First Class McKellar’s gallant action is in accord with the finest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.