The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Dan Henderson (ASN: 34138097), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily in 1943. When his company was compelled to seek a more tenable position during a heavy enemy artillery and mortar barrage, Sergeant Henderson fearlessly held his ground and inflicted many casualties upon advancing forces. His exemplary action permitted his company to reorganize and to recapture its objective. Sergeant Henderson 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.