The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal [then Private] Harrison L Avery (ASN: 19030274), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Battery B, 59th Coast Artillery Corps, in action on 21 March 1942, at Fort Frank, Philippine Islands. When an enemy shell penetrating a lateral tunnel, exploded inside causing many severe casualties, Corporal Avery immediately went to the aid of the wounded. During the continuous enemy shelling, he entered the tunnel, carefully moved the wounded to more comfortable places, administered first aid, and carried food and water to the victims, doing everything possible to alleviate their distress. By his calm and courageous acts, Corporal Avery displayed soldierly conduct which reflects great credit on himself and the military service.