The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Specialist Fourth Class Paul Michael Graney, United States Army, for gallantry in action in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Specialist Fourth Class Graney distinguished himself while serving as Medical Aidman with F Troop, 2d Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, during a reconnaissance mission north of Trang Bang. During the initial engagement with a hostile force, Specialist Graney went to the assistance of wounded crew members amid intense enemy fire. While under constant enemy fire, he continued to maneuver about the contact area in order to render medical aid to the friendly casualties. Specialist Fourth Class Graney’s gallantry in action was in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.