The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Gerald N. Campbell (ASN: 36869253), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action on 1 February 1945 in France. When his company was ordered to withdraw from an untenable position, Private First Class Campbell moved to an open window in a house and, although he was exposed to hostile small arms and tank fire, remained to cover his unit’s withdrawal. When all his comrades had left the area, he rejoined his company. While crossing an ice-covered stream under heavy enemy fire, a wounded soldier broke through the thin ice. Private First Class Campbell unhesitatingly plunged into the icy water and rescued him. Although wounded by an enemy rifleman while crossing an open field, he refused medical treatment and continued helping his injured comrade until they reached a place of safety. His determination and devotion to duty were a source of inspiration to the members of his organization.