The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Kearie Lee Berry (ASN: 0-7220), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Regimental Commander, 3d Infantry, First Regular Division (Philippine Islands Army), at Bataan, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 6 February 1942. Colonel Berry calmly conducted the operations of his regiment in the face of heavy enemy small arms fire and continuously patrolled the are of the front lines in order to keep the Commanding General informed of the latest developments in the enemy situation. By his courage, cheerful bearing and indifference to personal danger, he stimulated the officers and men and materially contributed to raising the morale of our combatant units. 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, his unit, and the United States Army.