The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Glen W. Hayes (ASN: 37256276), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company D, *** Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, on 13 and 14 November 1944, in the vicinity of Immeldange, France. Heavy Machinegun Squad Leader, Sergeant Hayes was one of a small group of infantrymen cut off from their Battalion for two days be enemy encirclement in the town of Immeldange. In attack after attack, the numerically superior German forces pressed to destroy Sergeant Hayes’ under-manned element, but always Sergeant Hayes’ group fought back doggedly and repulsed them. Through the whole desperate action Sergeant Hayes’ battle-behavior and battle-skill were exemplary. He set so clear a standard for aggressive conduct under fire that his comrades became inspired with the conviction that they would hold out. That they did is an honorable reflection upon themselves, and distinctly upon Sergeant Hayes. His gallantry on this occasion is in keeping with the highest traditions of military service.