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 Allen J. Fye, Jr. (ASN: 13022188), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily, during the period from February through July. When direct and accurate fire of an enemy machine gun nest prevented the evacuation of numerous casualties, Private Fye advanced under heavy fire to within close proximity of the enemy nest and destroyed it with hand grenades. 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.