(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Second Lieutenant Danio Becasen, United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company E, 66th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action at Bataan, Philippine Islands, during World War II. Second Lieutenant Becasen’s gallant actions and selfless devotion to duty, without regard for his own safety, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.