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 Lawrence W. Groshong (ASN: 37300597), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action near ****, Germany, on 28 March 1945. When his platoon was pinned down by heavy enemy fire, Sergeant Groshong made his way over open terrain, exposed to the enemy fire, in order to lead armored elements to supporting positions. Under enemy fire, he then reorganized his platoon and maneuvered it into a position from which it advanced successfully against the enemy. The leadership, disregard for personal safety, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Groshong reflect credit upon his character as a soldier.