The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Clarence J. Stubbs (ASN: 0-1303278), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 24th Infantry Division at Jaro, Leyte, Philippine Islands, on 21 October 1944. Lieutenant Stubbs was a platoon leader in a company leading the regimental advance along the Jaro-Carigara road. A strong enemy force entrenched on a ridge overlooking the road suddenly subjected them to a heavy concentration of artillery, mortar, automatic and small arms fire. When the company commander was wounded and evacuated in this action, Lieutenant Stubbs assumed command of the company. The intensity of the hostile fire made the position untenable and an immediate withdrawal was ordered. During this withdrawal, Lieutenant Stubbs was twice wounded, but refused to be evacuated and continued to direct his men. Throughout this action, with utter disregard for his personal safety, he exposed himself to the hostile fire to effect a successful withdrawal. Lieutenant Stubbs displayed daring initiative, fearless leadership and courage, inspiring his men and lifting their morale at a time when strong leadership was urgently needed.