The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Torpedoman Phines Causey, United States Navy, for gallantry in action for calmly and fearlessly continuing to direct the fire of his men throughout an action while aboard a United States warship. He remained at this post although he was standing in an exposed position which was raked by enemy guns, and he was suffering from wounds received in a strafing attack by enemy dive bombers. 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 Naval Service.