The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel (Infantry) Claude Monroe McQuarrie (ASN: 0-12830), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the 132d Infantry Regiment 23d Infantry Division (Americal), in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Talisay, Cebu, Philippine Islands, from 26 March 1945 to 17 April 1945. When his regiment climaxed its attacks on enemy strongholds overlooking the city of Cebu, Philippine Islands, Colonel McQuarrie, with total disregard for his own safety, directed the operations of his troops from front line positions. Colonel McQuarrie was constantly subjected to enemy fire and his leadership and calm coordination of the forces under his command was a source of inspiration to his troops. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel McQuarrie, 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.