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 Donald McAllister (ASN: 7002406), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy at Barrafranco, Sicily, on 16 July 1944. Despite heavy enemy tank fire which had caused other men to withdraw to more favorable positions, Sergeant McAlister remained in a forward area and continued manning his antitank gun most effectively. His fearless determination and coolness under fire materially aided in the defeat of the enemy. 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.