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 Walter L. Colter (ASN: 35402736), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company H, 2d 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. When the ammunition supply of his company was seriously depleted during a strong enemy attack, Private Colter voluntarily exposed himself to heavy enemy fire and replenished the supply, thereby enabling his company to disorganize the enemy forces. 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.