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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 Private First Class Philip Lawrence Jewell, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Private First Class Jewell distinguished himself while serving as a Platoon Medic with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 22d Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. On 21 November 1969, Company C was conducting a reconnaissance in force mission in the An Lao Valley when the point element suddenly came under enemy attack. With complete disregard for his personal safety, Private First Class Jewell rushed through intense enemy fire to reach a seriously wounded soldier lying in an exposed area. While moving toward his comrade, Private First Class Jewell was mortally wounded. Private First Class Jewell’s personal bravery, perseverance and exemplary devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.

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