Joe JOE Amos

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Joe Amos, Platoon Sergeant, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Platoon Sergeant Amos distinguished himself by intrepid actions on while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.