The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Ray A. Favorite (ASN: 35613422), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 29 July 1944, in France. Private Favorite was assigned duty as a medical aid man with an infantry unit. During a tactical operation when his organization was subjected to heavy enemy artillery fire, many casualties resulted. Private Favorite unhesitatingly walked through the barrage from man to man, administering first aid and directing the evacuation of the more grievously wounded. By his coolness under fire and superior efficiency, he undoubtedly save the lives of at least five of his comrades, and gave comfort and succor to many others. The personal courage and unselfish devotion to duty displayed by Private Favorite reflects great credit upon himself and upholds the highest traditions of the Military Service.