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) Thomas C. Jennings (ASN: 0-1800650), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 19 – 20 September 1944 in France, while in command of an ammunition supply train. Lieutenant Jennings led his small supply group within small arms range of the fighting in order that ammunition would be immediately available. While in his position he was ambushed by the enemy who employed machine pistols and hand grenades. Lieutenant Jennings organized his men into an assault group and attacked the enemy positions causing the enemy to withdraw. A short time later Lieutenant Jennings and his group of approximately eleven men were again attacked by the enemy in strength. Although attacked from several directions, the superb leadership and cool bravery of Lieutenant Jennings and his men enabled them to withstand the assault and cause many of the enemy to attempt to surrender. Upon discovery of the small number in Lieutenant Jennings’ group, the enemy again opened the engagement, whereupon Lieutenant Jennings ordered his men to withdraw and he alone remained in the battle with the enemy until the wounded had been evacuated and the remainder of his men entrucked. Lieutenant Jennings then safely withdrew. The utter disregard for personal safety, outstanding leadership and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Jennings were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.