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 (Chaplain’s Corps) Corbin Lee Cherry, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as Chaplain for the 2d Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, on a combat operation I the A Shau Valley, Republic of Vietnam, from 19 March 1969 to 23 March 1969. During the cited period, the battalion was making an assault into the valley, where numerous North Vietnamese units had been reported. Company C led the assault into the valley. Landing in a contested landing zone, Chaplain Cherry immediately distinguished himself by continually moving among the men to encourage them. During each day as the company was moving, contact was made, booby traps were encountered, and men were wounded. With complete disregard for his own safety, Chaplain Cherry repeatedly maneuvered to the aid of the wounded and materially assisted in any way possible. Numerous times it was necessary for him to fight to protect fallen comrades. He received shrapnel wounds, but refused to be evacuated. On 23 March 1969, Chaplain Cherry received a severe wound from a mine while aiding a wounded comrade. Although in great pain and unable to move, he continued to show the spirit which inspired the entire company. His courage and inspiration were of great significance in contributing to the success of the battalion’s assault. Chaplain Cherry’s personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.