Citation Needed – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes Pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Joseph F. Bennett, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 383d Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, 31st Infantry Division, in action in the Pacific Theater of Operations in 1944. Joseph Bennett’s gallant actions and selfless devotion to duty, without regard for his own safety, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.