The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Major (Coast Artillery Corps) Robert Foster Haggerty (ASN: 0-18085), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 91st Coast Artillery Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against the enemy following a heavy Japanese artillery barrage upon Battery James, Fort Mills, Corregidor, Philippine Islands, on 13 April 1942. When personnel of the battery were trapped as they sought shelter in nearby tunnels, Major Haggerty readily volunteered, although the position was under close enemy observation and steady fire, to rescue his comrades. Disregarding the imminent danger of collapsing walls and roofs, Major Haggerty heroically entered the tunnels, and assisted in extricating soldiers, and gave first aid to the wounded. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Major Haggerty, 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.