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 Masaichi T. Miyashiro (ASN: 30101635), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company B, 100th Infantry Battalion, 442d Regimental Combat Team, in action against the enemy on 8 July 1944, near Castellina, Italy. During a counterattack launched against his company by three enemy tanks and a company of enemy infantrymen, Private First Class Miyashiro stationed himself in a building where he could snipe at the enemy. From this position he succeeded in killing seven of the enemy and forcing the remainder to scatter. As the enemy retreated beyond his observation, he hurried to the second floor and continued firing. When the enemy made a second counterattack a short time later, Private First Class Miyashiro was again at the building firing from his position. Despite the intense fire from enemy tanks and mortars which was directed upon the building, Private First Class Miyashiro valiantly remained at his post, firing accurately to inflict heavy casualties upon the enemy; thus playing a vital part in repulsing and disorganizing the enemy attack. Private First Class Miyashiro’s courage, initiative and fighting determination in the face of danger reflect the high traditions of the American Infantryman.