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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Orville G. Westre (ASN: 37152746), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action in the ****, France, on 1 October 1944. Sergeant Westre, an acting platoon sergeant, left the comparative safety of his foxhole during an enemy artillery and mortar barrage to go to the aid of wounded soldiers. Acting with complete disregard for personal safety, he calmly administered first aid to three of the more seriously wounded men and carried them to a place of safety. He was killed by enemy action as he was engaged in rendering first aid to another soldier. His gallantry and unselfish loyalty to his wounded comrades are in keeping with the traditions of the military service.

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