The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Chaplain’s Corps) Perry Truman Raley, United States Army, for gallantry In action against the enemy, while serving as a Chaplain with the *** Armored Field Artillery Battalion of the XX Corps, in action with the THIRD Army near Metz, France, in 1944. During German shelling of his position, Chaplain Raley voluntarily and courageously moved about under a heavy enemy and artillery barrage, administering first aid, cheer, and spiritual comfort to wounded men. Disregarding his personal safety, with thoughts only of the sufferings and wants of his wounded comrades, Chaplain Raley unselfishly remained with the men, constantly exposed to danger, until they were evacuated to safety. He continued his search for other injured men in the area and while picking his way through the falling shells, was wounded. The willingness to be of service and the courageous attitude and devotion to duty displayed by Chaplain Raley, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.