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 Delmont H. McGhee (ASN: 33258707), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 69th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Armored Division, in action on 1 June 1944 in the vicinity of ******, Italy. The battery to which he was attached as a First Aid Man was subjected to a heavy enemy artillery concentration causing casualties. Private First Class Charles P. Kantak and Private Delmont H. McGhee unhesitatingly went to the aid of the wounded soldiers amid the shelling. While rendering first aid to these men, the area was again subjected to an intense enemy concentration causing additional casualties. Disregarding the heavy enemy artillery fire and exploding ammunition, these two men courageously carried on their work with great coolness and expert efficiency. The devotion to duty and concern for the welfare of their wounded comrades with complete disregard for their own life, reflect great credit upon themselves, their organization and are deserving of the highest praise.