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 (Infantry) George O. Hubbert, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 45th Infantry Division during World War II. While performing his duties as liaison officer with the command post of an infantry battalion in a cavern, the enemy broke through the ring of friendly infantry companies surround the command post and attacked it, climaxing in a small arms and grenade fight at the entrance of the cavern. Captain Hubbert remained at his post within 20 feet of the mouth of the cavern and directed the fire of his own and reinforcing artillery battalions on the attack force, at times placing fire on the mouth of the cavern. His devotion to duty during this period contributed greatly to the frustration of the enemy attack and resulted in the death of large numbers of enemy troops. 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.