The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Edgar T. Savidge, Jr. (ASN: 0-1285315), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company C, *** Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, from 8 November 1944 to 16 November 1944, in the vicinity of Metz, France. After establishing a bridgehead across the Moselle River at Uckange, infantry troops under Captain Savidge were subjected to a terrific pounding from German artillery. Realizing that the bridgehead had to be held in order to protect river-crossing operations further north, Captain Savidge courageously led his men in boldly resisting the German force’s relentless counterattacks. After spending seven days in foxholes during cold and rainy weather less than one hundred men remained in Captain Savidge’s command. But when the time came for the drive south on Metz he vigorously marshaled his under-manned company and spearheaded the drive of the 1st Battalion, *** Infantry Regiment, on the German citadel. The fearless and exemplary leadership given by Captain Savidge was a material contribution to the onslaught that ended with the reduction of Metz. His distinctly courageous behavior reflects great credit upon him and exemplifies the highest traditions of the military service.