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) Brendan Thomas Quann, 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 Quann distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Commanding Officer of Company A, 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the central highlands, Republic of Vietnam, in October 1966. When Captain Quinn’s company was attacked by the North Vietnamese Army, he requested immediate artillery support and left the command post to evaluate and counter the enemy’s tactics. He moved to the company sector that was receiving the heaviest enemy assault under intense small arms and automatic weapons fire. Moving from position to position, and firing as me moved, Captain Quann set up and directed automatic weapons fire against the fast closing enemy. His leadership inspired his troops to great efforts and they succeeded in repulsing all attacks launched against the perimeter, encouraging his men and reassuring them by his calm, cool manner under enemy fire. Captain Quann’s unimpeachable valor in close combat saved his unit from possible annihilation. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.