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 First Lieutenant Tom Bozzay, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 17 December 2009, while assigned as a Physicians Assistant attached to Operational Detachment-Alpha 2214, Special Operations Task Force-2092, Baghram Airfield in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. While under attack from a large enemy force, First Lieutenant Bozzay distinguished himself by moving 200 meters under fire to the locations where five members of the unit were seriously injured, to render medical care. With complete disregard for his own personal safety, First Lieutenant Bozzay assessed and began to treat the wounded, systematically moving them one by one to positions of greater safety while the battle ensued around them. He repeatedly used his body to shield wounded comrades from incoming mortar and machine gun fire. His quick thinking and selfless actions ensured that all of the injured unit members survived. First Lieutenant Bozzay’s actions contributed to saving the lives of his injured teammates. First Lieutenant Bozzay’s actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, Special Operations Command Central and the United States Army.