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 Captain (Medical Corps) William T. MacLauchlin (ASN: 0-418971), United States Army, for gallantry in action and disregard for personal safety while serving as a Medical Officer with 9th Infantry Division on 12 July 1944, during operations in France. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the armed forces of the United States.