(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 the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Michael James Kiley (ASN: OF-101525), United States Army, for gallantry in action. Captain Kiley distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions in October 1967 while serving as Company Commander of Company A, 2d Battalion (Airborne), 503d Infantry, 173d Airborne Brigade (Separate) in the Republic of Vietnam. During the fight around Fire Base 16, he was wounded by mortar fragments and was medically evacuated. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Kiley, 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.

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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain (Infantry) Michael James Kiley (ASN: OF-101525), United States Army, for gallantry in action. Captain Kiley distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 12 November 1967 while serving as company commander with Company A, 2d Battalion (Airborne), 503d Infantry, 173d Airborne Brigade (Separate) in the Republic of Vietnam. When the lead elements of his company made contact with a well dug-in enemy, Captain Kiley immediately moved forward and began issuing orders and deploying his company. He moved from position to position, exposing himself to intense automatic weapons, grenade and mortar fire to make a personal estimate of the situation while giving encouragement to each of his men. Captain Kiley personally led his company forward in a vicious assault against the enemy. For nearly three hours, he continually exposed himself to the withering enemy fire by moving from position to position while directing his men’s fire and giving them encouragement. His calmness under enemy fire helped his company to establish a good offensive and defensive posture and encouraged his men to their utmost efforts. Captain Kiley’s display of courage in the face of intense enemy fire, complete calmness, professionalism and leadership were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit on himself, his unit and the United States Army.