The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Maynard M. Fleming (ASN: 12005085), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Mateur, Tunisia, on 5 May 1943. When hostile forces retarded his platoon’s advance, Sergeant Fleming led a squad over fire-swept terrain and covered the platoon’s deployment by directing most effective fire upon the enemy. His intrepidity and initiative under adverse circumstances materially aided his unit in accomplishing its mission. 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.