(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) John P. McCullagh, United States Army, for gallantry in action involving close combat against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Chaplain McCullagh distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Chaplain of the 173d Airborne Brigade, on a combat mission in the Republic of Vietnam, in 1969. Chaplain McCullagh distinguished himself by valiantly carrying the wounded, under fire, from the field of battle to the aid station, and returning with ammunition for the hard pressed soldiers. Chaplain McCullagh’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 173d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.