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 Brigadier General Clift Andrus (ASN: 0-3266), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters, Division Artillery, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, during July and August 1943. When the Division was being fiercely attacked by hostile armored units, artillery, and dive bombers and the situation was critical, General Andrus, with absolute disregard for his own safety, moved among our artillery observation posts despite continuous enemy fire to assure himself that maximum artillery support was being given to the Division. His timely orders and advice greatly assisted in repulsing three heavy armored attacks, on accompanied by hostile infantry. His very presence and words of encouragement to hose under fire contributed materially to the outstanding performance of his artillery units in this defensive action. General Andrus’ 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.