The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Edgar L. Hall (ASN: 39718934), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action near ****, Germany, on 9 April 1945. When some members of his squad withdrew from an outpost under heavy enemy shellfire, Private Hall, a rifleman, took charge of the five remaining men, displaying sound tactical judgment in the selection of defensive positions from which to combat enemy infantrymen who advanced under cover of the barrage. After directing a sharp firefight which forced the enemy troops to take cover in nearby buildings, Private Hall, exposing himself to intense enemy machine gun and rifle fire, outflanked the enemy position, destroyed the machine gun with anti-tank grenades, and forced the remaining enemy troops to withdraw. Private Hall’s gallant actions, coolness under fire, and outstanding leadership ability honor his character as a soldier.