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 Captain (Infantry) Harry Jesse Kenyon, Jr. (ASN: 0-25886), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the Company E, 513th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 17th Airborne Division, in action near Wesel, Germany, on 24 March, 1945. Captain Kenyon parachuted into enemy territory during the airborne crossing of the Rhine River. With a few of his men he landed in a heavily fortified enemy position. With complete disregard for his own safety, he led his small group of men in a gallant charge through intense small arms fire to destroy a German anti-aircraft and machine gun. Never faltering, he accounted for several snipers in his courageous dash to the gun position where he disposed of the crew members with his pistol. His immediate and inspiring action unquestionably averted many casualties to his fellow soldiers. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Kenyon, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.