the President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) David J. Roth (ASN: 0-437727), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, while temporarily attached to the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, during July and August 1943. Throughout an attack upon the enemy, Lieutenant Roth, ignoring enemy artillery, mortar, and machine gun fire, maintained radio communications and observed enemy activities. the information he relayed concerning enemy dispositions was of material assistance in his battalion’s successful attack. 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.