The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Hector G. Moreau (ASN: 5154586), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Battery C, 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily in 1943. When a wire line from his battery’s gun position to an observation post was severed by enemy fire, Private Moreau voluntarily proceeded under heavy artillery and mortar fire and repaired the broken line. His courage and coolness in the face of grave personal danger enabled the prompt restoration of vital communications. Private First Class Moreau’s 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.