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) Harry C. Parker, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Anti-Tank Company, 393d Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 16 December 1944 in Belgium. Ordered to counter-attack with his mine platoons, many of whom had no infantry training, First Lieutenant Parker quickly sized up the critical situation. Then, ordering his men to fix bayonets, he gallantly led them in a bayonet charge, forcing the enemy to retreat and freeing an overrun command post. The forcing of the enemy retreat plus the suddenness and fearlessness of Lieutenant Parker’s bold attack carried him into contact with a surrounding platoon which he quickly re-organized and deployed in defensive position. Unmindful of the concentrated fire poured upon his area, First Lieutenant Parker heroically patrolled the area for more than 24 hours, checking his men and positions. These gallant acts performed by First Lieutenant Parker reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the armed forces of the United States.