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 Second Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Robert A. Dix, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action near Buna Village, New Guinea, on 26 November 1942. Second Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Dix’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, his unit, and the United States Army.