The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery) George Wareham Gibbs (ASN: 0-18178), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa during the period from January to April 1943. During a critical phase of an enemy attack, Colonel Gibbs’ battalions were subjected to heavy and accurate enemy small arms fire. Despite the intensity and accuracy of this enemy fire, Colonel Gibbs directed the withdrawal of his battalions to a position from which heavy and effective counterfire could be delivered upon the enemy. His coolness under fire and sound tactical judgment contributed greatly to the ultimate defeat of the attacking forces. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Gibbs, 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, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery) George Wareham Gibbs (ASN: 0-18178), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, during July and August 1943. Although under constant enemy fire, Colonel Gibbs continuously reconnoitered forward positions to assure closer artillery support of infantry elements being strongly attacked by a large force of enemy tanks. His courage and superior leadership inspired the members of his command and materially contributed to the overwhelming defeat of the enemy. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Gibbs, 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.