The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Sergeant Richard E. Chipps, Jr. (ASN: 35344159), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 17 December 1944, in Germany. 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.