The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technical Sergeant Harry T. Halverson (ASN: 39151408), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the Regimental Band, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, landing Force 51.4, in action in Chichagof Valley, Attu Island, Territory of Alaska, on 29 May 1943. 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, his unit, and the United States Army.