The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel Hung Li, Chinese Army, for gallantry in action and able leadership while serving with the Chinese Army in India, during the Hukuwng operations in North Burma, from December 1943 until March 1944. Personally directing the operations of his regiment, at times under intense enemy artillery fire, Colonel Li’s tactical employment of his troop resulted in the destruction of enemy positions at Yupbang Ga and along the Mawngyand Hka. His unit bore the brunt of early fighting in the Hukuwng and helped secure the arterial road for the southward advance of our troops. Colonel Li’s personal courage, his calmness under fire, and his energetic leadership reflect great credit on the armed forces of our Allies.