The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private Clyde G. Browning (ASN: 35267439), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Italy, on 21 December 1943. During an attack by an Infantry company on Hill 730, Private Browning’s squad leader was killed and he assumed command of the squad. When the advance across the rugged and barren terrain was halted, defensive positions were set up. Under a constant stream of enemy small arms fire and continual artillery and mortar shelling that fell all around him. Private Browning organized his squad and placed them in proper positions. He reputedly visited the members of his squad, encouraging them, advising them, and giving them information he received from time to time. While thus carrying out his mission, he was killed. Private Browning’s 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.