The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander (MC) Emil E. Napp, United States Naval Reserve, for gallantry in action as a Medical Officer while accompanying assault troops of the FIRST Marine Division during the occupation of Cape Gloucester, 26 December 1943. Commander Napp repeatedly risked his life in order to care for injured personnel and supervise their evacuation to battle aid stations, once administering aid to a wounded Marine while pinned down by sniper fire. By his keen foresight and outstanding skill, he contributed to the saving of many lives. 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.