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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Robert F. Spencer (ASN: 0-1298148), United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving with the 143d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 7 December 1944, in France. 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.

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant (Infantry) Robert F. Spencer (ASN: 0-1298148), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving with the 143d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy during World War II. 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.