The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918 (amended by act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Richard J. Holman (ASN: RA-18916093), United States Army, for gallantry in action. Private First Class Holman distinguished himself by heroic actions on 30 June 1968, while serving with Company B, 65th Engineer Battalion, 25th Infantry Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. While on a mine sweeping operation, a friendly convoy was ambushed. During the ensuing action, Private Holman from his exposed position, placed effective fire on the hostile forces stopping their assault and allowing his comrades to deploy. Seeing that his company commander was wounded, Private Holman, with complete disregard for his own safety, ran through withering enemy fire to a friendly APC telling the driver to evacuate the wounded commander. His valorous actions contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission and defeat of the enemy force. Private Holman’s personal bravery, aggressiveness, and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.