The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Eugene C. Muller (ASN: 20726421), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action in the vicinity of ****, France, on 11 September 1944. During the assault crossing of the **** River by the 3d Battalion, *** Infantry Regiment, Sergeant Muller and his squad were among the first troops to reach the hostile shore. Without thought for personal safety, in the face of heavy enemy fire of all types, Sergeant Muller moved among his men, deploying them in positions to secure their foothold on the enemy bank. He led his squad in a fire fight with the enemy for a period of more than sixteen hours without respite. His inspiring leadership, resourcefulness and accurate fire direction enabled supporting troops to cross the river, resulted in the establishment of a strong bridgehead, and reflect the highest credit upon Sergeant Muller’s character as a soldier.