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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Kenneth F. Kehoe (ASN: 0-407905), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, on 30 March 1943. During a heavy engagement with the enemy, Lieutenant Kehoe boldly located enemy sniper positions and silenced a number of enemy guns. His courage and tactical skill under hostile fire, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.