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 Anthony P. Stasieczko (ASN: 11016095), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters Battery, 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily in 1943. Displaying excellent qualities of leadership, Sergeant Stasieczko led his liaison section over exceptionally hazardous terrain subjected to continuous enemy machine gun, mortar, and small arms fire and established an observation post well in advance of our foremost infantry elements. His bold action enabled the delivery of effective artillery fire and permitted the infantry to resume its advance. 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.