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 First Class Macy O. Smith (ASN: 39696200), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 43d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy at Luzon, Philippine Islands, over the period 16 – 19 March 1945. Private First Class Smith, First Scout of his company, on 16 March volunteered to scout out a Japanese machine gun nest. Daringly crossing an open field, his report of the enemy’s evacuation enabled the company to advance without casualty to a better position. On the nights of the 18 and 19th of March, Private First Class Smith with indomitable courage exposed himself to the enemy during banzai attacks in order to successfully repulse the opposition. During this fierce enemy action, Private First Class Smith was credited with killing fifteen Japanese. His exemplary bravery, superb combat ability, and devotion to duty were an inspiration to all his comrades. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Private First Class Smith, 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.