(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Armor) Frederick Garside Terry, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Captain Terry distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving with the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces, in action against the enemy in Laos and South Vietnam, in 1962 and 1963. During a combat operation, Captain Terry was accompanying a Montagnard strike force when they engaged the enemy. Realizing his disadvantage and at great personal risk, Captain Terry completely exposed himself to enemy fire and led the strike force in a vigorous flanking attack against the enemy position. The result was the complete defeat of the ambush and all 194 Montagnard civilians were evacuated and their mission was a success. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Terry, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.