Army Specialist Four Jerry A. MONDAY, son of Mr. and Mrs. Denzil MONDAY of Route 1, Redding, recently received the Silver Star in Vietnam.

The Silver Star, third highest award for heroism, was presented to him in recognition of his act of bravery under hostile fire. The award was given for his valorous action which contributed to his unit's successful execution of its mission against hostile force.

Adopted in 1932, the Silver Star is recognition of feats of gallantry such as his.

Spec. 4 MONDAY received his award while assigned as a combat medical aidman in Company B, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry, 1st Brigade of the 101st Airborne Division (Airmobile). He entered the Army in June 1969, completed basic training at Ft. Polk, La., and was last stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, Tex.