The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry), [then Second Lieutenant] Robert J. MacCulley (ASN: 0-405392), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 18 January 1945, in Belgium. First Lieutenant MacCulley, during a furious attack by the enemy, sent among his men pointing out targets and urging them to employ a heavy volume of fire. His gallant leadership and personal courage reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.