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 pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Major (Infantry) Arthur Davies, Jr. (ASN: OF-102845), United States Army, for gallantry in action against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Major Davies distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 24 January 1967, while serving as Battalion S-3 as his Battalion command group was moving the Command Post to a new location. Early in the afternoon the friendly force encountered heavy fire from a well entrenched enemy force. Then a large barrage of 60 millimeter mortar began to fall with accuracy upon the rear elements of the command group. During the height of the intensive indirect fire attack, Major Davies was painfully wounded. Disregarding his injuries, Major Davies concentrated on the problems of continuing support and guidance for the rifle elements under him. He remained unswervingly at his post, directing tactical movements and fire support that routed the insurgents. Simultaneously, he called for re-supply and medical evacuation, tasks rendered extremely difficult by the nature of the dense jungle and high number of casualties. For 72 strife-torn hours Major Davies’ calm, forceful guidance provided comfort and indispensable direction to the subordinate commanders, who were engaged in their first hostile fire action. Yielding at last to the concern of others, he allowed himself to be evacuated for medical attention. As soon as he had received aid, he returned to complete the operation. Major Davies’ perseverance, bravery, and concern for his soldiers were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.