(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 Captain (Chaplain’s Corps) Donald Lee Crowley, United States Army, for gallantry in action involving close combat against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Chaplain Crowley distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 2 March 1968, while serving as Chaplain of the 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, on a combat mission in the Republic of Vietnam. When his unit came under intense enemy fire and sustained many casualties, Chaplain Crowley carried ponchos and canteens of water to the troops, and assisted in locating the wounded. Chaplain Crowley’s extraordinary heroism in close combat against an enemy force is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.