The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Irving E. Milstein (ASN: 0-1055675), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action near ****, Germany, on 5 March 1945. While leading his platoon against the enemy, Lieutenant Milstein was informed of a house containing a number of Germans. While two of his men covered his advance, he crept to a window where he overheard a German plan of reorganization. Without thought of his personal safety and although lightly armed, he entered the house, surprised the enemy and captured fifty-five soldiers, two officers and a quantity of material. His daring initiative, bold courage and gallantry reflect credit upon his character as an officer and leader of men.