(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Private First Class Edward S. Zack (ASN: 325297086), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, in action against the enemy on Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 7 February 1945. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Private First Class Zack, 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.