The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Parker Calvert, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of a Task Force of Philippine Guerillas, In action against the enemy in the Philippine Islands, during the period from 16 October 1942 to 13 November 1942. During the early phases of Japanese occupation of the Philippine Islands, Lieutenant Colonel Calvert organized and trained a detachment of Philippine Scouts and led it in a bold offensive against the enemy on the Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Through his sound tactical judgment and inspiring leadership without regard for his own welfare, Lieutenant Colonel Calvert made a gallant contribution to the cause of freedom in the Philippine Islands. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Calvert, 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.