The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to M. Fernand Legay, French Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while attached to the 7th Armored Division, in action in France, on 31 August 1944. M. Fernand Legay’s gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service.