Henry H. Rivers, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Henry H. Rivers, Jr. (31469811), Private, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action in the vicinity of *****, Germany, on 30 March 1945. As a crew member of a tank dozer which was stranded, Private Rivers drove to the rear top seek help. Upon entering a wooded area, they met two other vehicles and were fired upon, the Captain-in-charge being killed. Private Rivers displayed outstanding gallantry, leadership and coolness in covering the withdrawal of the remainder f the men to safety. His actions exemplify the highest traditions of the Corps of Engineers.