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 Corporal Jack D. Negohosian (ASN: 31002095), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, on 5 August 1943. During a severe enemy counterattack, Corporal Negohosian discovered an enemy squad attempting to encircle his machine gun position. He proceeded through an exposed position and intercepted the enemy with rifle fire. Although he was mortally wounded in this engagement, he succeeded in driving off the enemy. Corporal Negohosian’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.