The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Pharmacist’s Mate James Scire, United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a Crewman aboard the U.S.S. REDFISH (SS-395), during the SECOND War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 25 October 1944 to 2 January 1945. Skilled in the performance of duty, Chief Pharmacist’s Mate Scire rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting attacks to sink five enemy ships totaling over 36,000 tons and to inflict damage on another of over 29,000 tons despite severe enemy countermeasures. His devotion to his assignment was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.