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 Jesse L. Rimmer (ASN: 37245104), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against the enemy while serving with the 9th Infantry Division on 5 April 1945, during operations in Germany. His gallantry and disregard for personal safety reflects highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.