(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Pharmacist’s Mate First Class Alton M. Smouse, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on while serving as a Corpsman attached to the FIRST Marine Division Cape Gloucester from 26 December 1943 to 28 January 1944. 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.