The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fourth Grade Richard D. Schisler (ASN: 35422570), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 908th Field Artillery Battalion, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 15 July 1944, in France. The outstanding courage and conspicuous devotion to duty displayed by this enlisted man reflects great credit upon himself and the finest traditions of the military service.