The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Thomas L. Foy (MCSN: 2277787), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Rifleman in the First Platoon, Company B, Battalion Landing Team 1/3, THIRD Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, during Operation BEAVER CAGE in Tinh Quang Nam Province, Republic of Vietnam, on 10 May 1967. Private Foy’s squad was providing right-flank security for his platoon on a company search and destroy operation when heavy contact was made with two companies of Viet Cong and North Vietnamese Regular forces. In order for his platoon to have time to deploy effectively, face the enemy, and extricate its casualties, Private First Class Foy courageously remained at his position, delivering effective fire through the hail of automatic weapons, small-arms, and mortar fire, causing many casualties and creating much confusion among the enemy. Mortally wounded during this action, Private First Class Foy, by his fearless conduct, courage and devotion to duty, served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.