The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant Rudolph John Indihar (ASN: 37282687), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 22 June 1944, during operations in France. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Sergeant Indihar, 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.