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 (Field Artillery) Raymond C. Stukey (ASN: 0-1824236), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 8th Armored Division in Germany on 11 April 1945. When a tank destroyer of his command was hit by enemy artillery, Lieutenant Stukey dismounted from his own vehicle. In the face of small arms and artillery fire, he went to the aid of the driver, evacuating him approximately one hundred yards to cover. While administering first aid to the wounded driver, Lieutenant Stukey was seriously wounded. When medical aid arrived, Lieutenant Stukey ordered them to remove the wounded tank destroyer driver before allowing them to administer first aid to himself. His actions reflect great credit on himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.