The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major (Cavalry) David B. Perrin (ASN: 0-414164), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 21st Tank Battalion, 10th Armored Division, in action at Uhingen, Germany, on 20 April 1945. Braving intense enemy fire, Major Perrin, Operations Officer, courageously led a task force over difficult and dangerous terrain to successfully seize a highly important bridge. His gallant achievement reflects great credit upon himself and the military forces of the United States.