The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Philip Parillo (ASN: 6154617), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 33d Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division in the period from January to April 1943. While his battalion was being attacked by enemy planes, Private Parillo, despite heavy strafing and shelling and the constant danger of exploding ammunition in burning vehicles on either side, remained at his gun and directed heavy and accurate fire on these attacking planes. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.