The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Seaman First Class Tony Minor, United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a member of the crew of an escort carrier during her action in the Southwest Pacific area during World War II. Seaman First Class Minor displayed exceptional courage in continuing to man his station through a very serious enemy attack. He contributed to the successful performance of his ship against a numerically superior Japanese task force. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.