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 John Chaconas (ASN: 33541844), United States Army, for gallantry in action against an armed enemy while serving with the 315th Engineer Combat Batallion, 90th Infantry Division, in France, on 14 October 1944. 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.