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 Technician Fourth Grade [then Technician Fifth Grade] Clarence H. Jackson (ASN: 17045160), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 134th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division, in action in the vicinity of ****, France, from 16 to 19 September 1944. On the night of 16 September, Technician Jackson voluntarily rode into the town of **** on a tank destroyer during the course of an infantry-tank destroyer attack. The attacking force was subjected to heavy fire upon entering the town, and Technician Jackson went to the aid of a soldier wounded in the initial exchange of fire. While so engaged, a projectile from theiran enemy rocket-launcher exploded nearby, and the concussion severely injured his back. Disregarding his personal condition, he continued his treatment of the wounded man, arranged for his evacuation, then continued caring for the wounded throughout the night. On the following three days, during continued heavy fighting, he accompanied forward units, rendering first aid to the wounded. He was finally evacuated when it was noticed that he could not walk upright. He was killed in a subsequent action against the enemy. His intrepid actions, utter disregard for his personal condition, and zealous devotion to duty, reflect the highest credit upon his character as a soldier and upon the Medical Department of the Army.