The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Major Daniel Hill Davis (MCSN: 0-8678), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Pilot of a Fighter Plane in Marine Fighter Squadron THREE HUNDRED TWELVE (VMF-312), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea during the withdrawal from Hagaru-ri in December 1950. Informed that the Airborne Control Center had not reported on station, Major Davis voluntarily assumed control of all aircraft assigned to carry out close air support missions in this area. Although handicapped by extremely difficult combat conditions and constantly subjected to enemy fire, he efficiently coordinated the movements of these aircraft during a most critical period in the campaign, thereby contributing materially to the success of the evacuation operation at Hagaru-ri. His outstanding courage, professional skill and unswerving devotion to duty throughout reflect the highest credit upon Major Davis and the United States Naval Service.