The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fourth Grade Sigmund R. Wdowczyk (ASN: 36241973), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 254th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 24 January 1945, in the vicinity of Bennwihr, France. Technician Fourth Grade Wdowczyk displayed high courage and valor in going through a schu-mine field covered with snow to render aid and evacuate casualties. His actions were carried on despite his knowledge that two fellow aid men had lost their limbs in the same mine field. He removed his own outer garments to cover the men he had aided. Technician Fifth Grade Wdowczyk’s outstanding gallantry and determination to save these lives are exemplary of the highest traditions of the Medical Corps, and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.