The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant George W. Clark (ASN: 20309383), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters, 2d Battalion, 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy at Luzon, Philippine Islands. When his 37 millimeter anti-tank gun squad was assigned the difficult task of evacuating front line casualties during the attack against Mount Pacawagan from 28 April 1945 to 3 May 1945, Sergeant Clark repeatedly volunteered for hazardous missions and exhibited outstanding leadership in guiding his men to and from our most advanced positions. On one occasion, when his litter party was ambushed and suffered heavy casualties, Sergeant Clark courageously exposed himself to enemy fire in order to summon aid. On 2 May 1945 Sergeant Clark became ill with fever. However, because casualties had greatly reduced the number of men in his squad, he continued making dangerous trips to the front lines in order to aid the wounded. The next day he became so ill that it was necessary to evacuate him to a field hospital, where he expired a week later. Sergeant Clark’s leadership, complete disregard for personal safety, and deep devotion to duty were in the highest tradition of the Armed Forces of the United States.