(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 (Armor) Philip Halm Mallory, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Captain Mallory distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Commanding Officer of Cavalry Troop in the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), in action against the enemy in 1967. Captain Mallory was wounded by enemy mortar fire near Dak To, Vietnam, while warning approaching helicopters of a communist attack on his Troop’s position. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Mallory, 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.