The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star with Combat “V” to Petty Officer First Class Christopher R. Phillips, United States Navy, for heroic achievement while serving as a medical support for the Provincial Reconstruction Team FARA, and support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM VIII, on 6 July 2007. Petty Officer Phillips demonstrated courage under fire and selfless disregard for his own safety by running through small arms fire, carrying a wounded casualty to safety, and rendering life-saving care. Additionally, while his gunner was receiving fire, Petty Officer Phillips again traversed through fire to rescue his gunner, and maneuvered his vehicle in order to gain fire superiority. He identified and established a catch and collection point, rendering life and limb saving care, and arranged for prompt medical evacuation of five additional casualties while taking fire. Petty Officer Phillips’ bravery, zealous initiative and total dedication to duty reflect great credit upon him, Task Force Anzio, the Combined Joint Task Force-82, and the United States Navy.