(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Pharmacist’s Mate First Class Obed L. Davis, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity on 8 November 1942 while serving as a Corpsman attached to the FIRST Marine Division at Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. Chief Pharmacist’s Mate Davis administered urgent medical treatment to wounded and dying Marines under the heavy fire of field guns and without regard for his own personal safety. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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 Naval Service.