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 Willard R. Stone, Jr. (ASN: 35011726), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily, during the period from March through July 1943 During an enemy counterattack on his battalion’s position, Sergeant Stone’s uncasing and tireless efforts, while under heavy enemy fire, rendering aid and evacuating the wounded to a rear area, resulted in the saving of many lives. 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.