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 Sergeant First Class Colin M. Boley, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against an armed hostile force while serving as a Platoon Sergeant with the 75th Ranger Regiment in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM in Iraq, on 1 October 2005. On this date, Sergeant First Class Boley courageously led his platoon during a company assault on an insurgent stronghold, defeating numerous enemy fighters while under a heavy attack from direct fire and grenades. His sound judgment, leadership, and aggressive spirit saved friendly lives while eliminating the enemy threat to the Company. Through his distinctive accomplishments, Sergeant First Class Boley reflected great credit upon himself, this Command, and the United States Army.