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Awarded for actions during the World War II
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Dallas W. Viehe (ASN: 35837366), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 134th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division, in action near ****, Belgium, on 4 January 1945. When his company had to make a limited withdrawal after pushing far into enemy territory, Private Viehe, a rifleman, voluntarily remained behind to cover the evacuation of the wounded. The enemy launched an attack but was stopped completely by Private Viehe and a companion, who were armed only with an M-1 rifle. Private Viehe personally killed 20 of the enemy in this engagement, making the successful evacuation of his wounded comrades possible. His coolness under fire, resourcefulness, and exceptional marksmanship reflect high credit upon his character and training as a soldier.
General Orders: Headquarters, 35th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 15 (February 26, 1945)
Action Date: January 4, 1945
Service: Army
Rank: Private FirstClass
Company: Company C
Regiment: 134th Infantry Regiment
Division: 35th Infantry Division
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