The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Albert G. DeMeyers (ASN: 0-1174270), United States Army, for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States while serving with the 29th Field Artillery Battalion, 4th Infantry Division, in action Germany, 2 and 3 March 1945. The initiative and courage displayed by this officer reflects great credit upon himself and the armed forces of the United States.