The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Dominic Potena (ASN: 0-1323475), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 8 August 1944, in France. The outstanding courage and conspicuous devotion to duty displayed by this officer reflects great credit upon himself and the finest traditions of the military service.