The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant [then Private First Class] Kazuo Archie Uchiyama (ASN: 37701252), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 442d Regimental Combat Team, 92d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 18 July 1944, in Italy. By his courage, initiative and quick thinking, Sergeant Uchiyama was instrumental in driving the enemy back before he could coordinate his counterattack. His skill in handling his Thompson sub-machine gun accounted for two enemy dead, two wounded and caused the remainder to withdraw in disorder. His actions enabled another platoon of his company to re-occupy a position from where it was forced to withdraw under heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire. His gallantry and bravery are in accordance with the United States Army’s best traditions.