The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers) Harold W. Haas (ASN: 0-442470), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 1st Engineer Combat Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to April 1943. While patrolling enemy territory, Lieutenant Haas, under heavy enemy fire, risked capture to obtain vital information regarding enemy installations. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.