The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Andrew P. Smythe (ASN: 0-2055792), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 18 June 1944, in Italy. Serving as Forward Observer for his mortar section in support of the attack of a rifle company against an enemy occupied hill, First Lieutenant Smythe undertook to lead a squad to secure a vantage point from which to direct fire against 50 hostile soldiers. He completed this aggressive action and directed effective fire until the enemy withdrew from the hill to a town behind it. Realizing that the attack could be pressed forward if another good observation post could be established in the town itself, First Lieutenant Smythe then courageously advanced with his squad across a mine field and into the town under intense mortar, small arms, and tank fire. His group attacked and occupied a high building and again contributed terrific mortar fire, reducing several enemy emplacements and inflicting heavy casualties. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by First Lieutenant Smythe, 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.

(UNCONFIRMED – Citation Needed): Andrew P. Smythe, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 36th Infantry Division during World War II.