The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Clinton D. Phillips (ASN: RA-36617376), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 3 September 1950, Master Sergeant Phillips volunteered to organized and lead a group through enemy lines to carry ammunition to an infantry unit which had been isolated near Masan-ni, Korea. When the group was attacked by well-armed enemy he effected a skillful withdrawal of the party, recovery of the wounded and hiding of the ammunition. Despite continuing heavy action, he courageously led his men forward again and breached the hostile defenses to carry the critical supplies to the forward unit. Master Sergeant Phillips’ gallant and inspiring leadership reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States.

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Clinton D. Phillips (ASN: RA-36617376), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea in 1950. 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 Army.