The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Stanley A. Morrison (ASN: 0-1311535), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 101st Airborne Division. On 23 December 1944 in the vicinity of Marvis, Belgium, his platoon was subjected to a strong enemy attack by tanks, infantry and supporting artillery. When his position was overrun by the enemy, Lieutenant Morrison withdrew to his command post in a farm house. From this position, although surrounded by the enemy, he and his squad delivered heavy fire on the enemy until all of his group was killed or captured. The courageous action of Lieutenant Morrison delayed the enemy and halted the attack long enough to allow the remainder of the defenders to reform and hold their positions. His actions were in accordance with the military traditions of the United States.