The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry), [then Technical Sergeant] Grover C. Cox, Jr. (ASN: 0-2010892), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 26 February 1945, in Germany. During an attack, an enemy tank began subjecting Second Lieutenant Cox’s heavy machine gun platoon and the rifle companies to which they were attached to heavy fire. Most of the riflemen withdrew but Second Lieutenant Cox courageously remained with his squad. After making a reconnaissance he led one of his sections forward and directed such accurate fire on the enemy that the tank and supporting infantry withdrew. He then led his men into an enemy town, and, after establishing a roadblock, led three men, despite determined enemy fire, in clearing numerous houses which resulted in the capture of twelve prisoners. The bravery, aggressive determination, and exemplary leadership exhibited by Second Lieutenant Cox reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.