The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major General Innis Palmer Swift (ASN: 0-1969), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding General, FIRST U.S. Army Corps, in action against the enemy at Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 3 May 1945. Disregarding his personal safety when subjected to direct enemy rifle and artillery fire, Major General Swift visited and remained with the most forward troops in their capture of a critical terrain feature in the Villa Verde Trail. His cool courage served as an inspiration to his troops and his advice and encouragement to the lower unit commanders contributed to the success of their combat. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Major General Swift, 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 Army.