(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Private First Class Wayne E. Payton (ASN: 15098770), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Anti-Tank Company, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy near Gela, Sicily, on 11 July 1943. 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.