This is a Bronze Star. Issued from the 63rd Infantry Division:
"James H. Baehren, Private First Class, for heroic achievement in action on March 5, 1945 in the vicinity of Sargamese, France. While the company was repulsing an enemy counter attack, Private First Class Baehren advanced through intense enemy fire to gain a position from which he could give better supporting fire to his company. The courage displayed by Private Baehren was an inspiration to all who witnessed his action and contributed greatly in repulsing the enemy counter attack. Entered military service from Toledo, Ohio."