The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry), [then First Lieutenant] B. N. Skardon, United States Army, for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States on the night of 25 December 1941. On this date, Captain Skardon was serving as Plans and Training Officer, 92d Infantry Regiment, 92 Division, Philippine Army, USAFFE. On hearing that an ammunition dump had been abandoned by withdrawing troops earlier in the night, in the face of the enemy, Captain Skardon volunteered to assist in its destruction with four other Americans. He proceeded across the front of the hostile force for ten kilometers and assisted in the destruction of 2,500 rounds of 75-mm. artillery ammunition, valuable ordnance, and other supplies. In the confusion that followed the explosion Captain Skardon returned with the other four Americans to his own front line. By his gallant action, Captain Skardon prevented valuable supplies from falling into the hands of the enemy. This action resulted in higher morale, and naturally increased the respect of the Native officers and men for the American personnel. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.