(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) Richard Samuel Daum (ASN: 0-90745), United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Major Daum distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as a Helicopter Pilot in the 68th Assault Helicopter Company, 145th Aviation Battalion, 1st Aviation Brigade, in action against the enemy in 1968. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Major Daum, 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.