James G. Piper

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to James G. Piper (0-40248), Captain, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 12th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, near Mortain, France, during the period 8 to 11 August 1944. Captain Piper’s outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.