Korean War Medal Of Honor Recipients

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, Company E, 2d Battalion,1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Hangnyong, Korea, 10June 1951. Entered service at: Terre Haute, Ind. Born: 12 August 1931, TerreHaute, Ind. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a fire team leaderin Company E, in action against enemy aggressor forces. While advancing with hisplatoon in an attack against well-concealed and heavily fortified enemy hillpositions, Cpl. Abrell voluntarily rushed forward through the assaulting squadwhich was pinned down by a hail of intense and accurate automatic-weapons firefrom a hostile bunker situated on commanding ground. Although previously woundedby enemy handgrenade fragments, he proceeded to carry out a bold, single-handedattack against the bunker, exhorting his comrades to follow him. Sustaining 2additional wounds as he stormed toward the emplacement, he resolutely pulled thepin from a grenade clutched in his hand and hurled himself bodily into thebunker with the live missile still in his grasp. Fatally wounded in theresulting explosion which killed the entire enemy guncrew within the stronghold,Cpl. Abrell, by his valiant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of certaindeath, served to inspire all his comrades and contributed directly to thesuccess of his platoon in attaining its objective. His superb courage and heroicinitiative sustain and enhance the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Master Sergeant (then Sfc.), U.S. Army, Company A,19th Infantry Regiment. Place and date: Near Sesim-ni, Korea, 4 February 1951.Entered service at: Olathe, Kans. Born: 9 May 1922, DeSoto, Kans. G.O. No.: 66,2 August 1951. Citation: M/Sgt. Adams, Company A, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction against an enemy. At approximately 0100 hours, M/Sgt. Adams' platoon,holding an outpost some 200 yards ahead of his company, came under a determinedattack by an estimated 250 enemy troops. Intense small-arms, machinegun, andmortar fire from 3 sides pressed the platoon back against the main line ofresistance. Observing approximately 150 hostile troops silhouetted against theskyline advancing against his platoon, M/Sgt. Adams leaped to his feet, urgedhis men to fix bayonets, and he, with 13 members of his platoon, charged thishostile force with indomitable courage. Within 50 yards of the enemy M/Sgt.Adams was knocked to the ground when pierced in the leg by an enemy bullet. Hejumped to his feet and, ignoring his wound, continued on to close with the enemywhen he was knocked down 4 times from the concussion of grenades which hadbounced off his body. Shouting orders he charged the enemy positions and engagedthem in hand-to-hand combat where man after man fell before his terrificonslaught with bayonet and rifle butt. After nearly an hour of vicious actionM/Sgt. Adams and his comrades routed the fanatical foe, killing over 50 andforcing the remainder to withdraw. Upon receiving orders that his battalion wasmoving back he provided cover fire while his men withdrew. M/Sgt. Adams' superbleadership, incredible courage, and consummate devotion to duty so inspired hiscomrades that the enemy attack was completely thwarted, saving his battalionfrom possible disaster. His sustained personal bravery and indomitable fightingspirit against overwhelming odds reflect the utmost glory upon himself anduphold the finest traditions of the infantry and the military service.

Captain U.S. Marine Corps, commanding officer,Company F, 2d Battalion 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Chosin Reservoir area, Korea, 28 November to 2 December 1950. Enteredservice at: West Liberty, Ky. Born: 30 November 1919, Dehart, Ky. Citation: Forconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyondthe call of duty as commanding officer of Company F in action against enemyaggressor forces. Assigned to defend a 3-mile mountain pass along the division'smain supply line and commanding the only route of approach in the march fromYudam-ni to Hagaru-ri, Capt. Barber took position with his battle-weary troopsand, before nightfall, had dug in and set up a defense along the frozen,snow-covered hillside. When a force of estimated regimental strength savagelyattacked during the night, inflicting heavy casualties and finally surroundinghis position following a bitterly fought 7-hour conflict, Capt. Barber, afterrepulsing the enemy gave assurance that he could hold if supplied by airdropsand requested permission to stand fast when orders were received by radio tofight his way back to a relieving force after 2 reinforcing units had beendriven back under fierce resistance in their attempts to reach the isolatedtroops. Aware that leaving the position would sever contact with the 8,000marines trapped at Yudam-ni and jeopardize their chances of joining the 3,000more awaiting their arrival in Hagaru-ri for the continued drive to the sea, hechose to risk loss of his command rather than sacrifice more men if the enemyseized control and forced a renewed battle to regain the position, or abandonhis many wounded who were unable to walk. Although severely wounded in the legin the early morning of the 29th, Capt. Barber continued to maintain personalcontrol, often moving up and down the lines on a stretcher to direct the defenseand consistently encouraging and inspiring his men to supreme efforts despitethe staggering opposition. Waging desperate battle throughout 5 days and 6nights of repeated onslaughts launched by the fanatical aggressors, he and hisheroic command accounted for approximately 1,000 enemy dead in this epic standin bitter subzero weather, and when the company was relieved only 82 of hisoriginal 220 men were able to walk away from the position so valiantly defendedagainst insuperable odds. His profound faith and courage, great personal valor,and unwavering fortitude were decisive factors in the successful withdrawal ofthe division from the deathtrap in the Chosin Reservoir sector and reflect thehighest credit upon Capt. Barber, his intrepid officers and men, and the U.S.Naval Service.

Private First Class (then Pvt.), U.S. Army, CompanyK, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sokkogae,Korea, 4 June 1953. Entered service at: Pickens County, S.C. Born: 12 April1935, Pickens County, S.C. G.O. No.: 37, 7 June 1955. Citation: Pfc. Barker, amember of Company K, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andindomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. While participating in a combat patrol engaged in screening an approachto "Pork-Chop Outpost," Pfc. Barker and his companions surprised andengaged an enemy group digging emplacements on the slope. Totally unprepared,the hostile troops sought cover. After ordering Pfc. Barker and a comrade to laydown a base of fire, the patrol leader maneuvered the remainder of the platoonto a vantage point on higher ground. Pfc. Barker moved to an open area firinghis rifle and hurling grenades on the hostile positions. As enemy actionincreased in volume and intensity, mortar bursts fell on friendly positions,ammunition was in critical supply, and the platoon was ordered to withdraw intoa perimeter defense preparatory to moving back to the outpost. Voluntarilyelecting to cover the retrograde movement, he gallantly maintained a defense andwas last seen in close hand-to-hand combat with the enemy. Pfc. Barker'sunflinching courage, consummate devotion to duty, and supreme sacrifice enabledthe patrol to complete the mission and effect an orderly withdrawal to friendlylines, reflecting lasting glory upon himself and upholding the highesttraditions of the military service.

Entered service at:Harrison, Ohio. Born: 7 July 1930, McKinney, Ky. Citation: For conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty while serving as a member of an antitank assault squad attached to CompanyG, during a nighttime enemy attack against a motorized column. Acting instantlywhen a hostile handgrenade landed in his truck as he and his squad prepared toalight and assist in the repulse of an enemy force delivering intenseautomatic-weapons and grenade fire from deeply entrenched and well-concealedroadside positions, Pfc. Baugh quickly shouted a warning to the other men in thevehicle and, unmindful of his personal safety, hurled himself upon the deadlymissile, thereby saving his comrades from serious injury or possible death.Sustaining severe wounds from which he died a short time afterward, Pfc. Baugh,by his superb courage and valiant spirit of self-sacrifice, upheld the highesttraditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy, attached toa company in the 1st Marine Division. Place and date: Korea, S September 1952.Entered service at: Philadelphia, Pa. Born: 15 January 1931, Staten Island, N.Y.Citation: For gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyondthe call of duty while serving in operations against enemy aggressor forces.When his company was subjected to heavy artillery and mortar barrages, followedby a determined assault during the hours of darkness by an enemy force estimatedat battalion strength, HC3c. Benford resolutely moved from position to positionin the face of intense hostile fire, treating the wounded and lending words ofencouragement. Leaving the protection of his sheltered position to treat thewounded when the platoon area in which he was working was attacked from both thefront and rear, he moved forward to an exposed ridge line where he observed 2marines in a large crater. As he approached the 2 men to determine theircondition, an enemy soldier threw 2 grenades into the crater while 2 other enemycharged the position. Picking up a grenade in each hand, HC3c. Benford leapedout of the crater and hurled himself against the on-rushing hostile soldiers,pushing the grenades against their chests and killing both the attackers.Mortally wounded while carrying out this heroic act, HC3c. Benford, by his greatpersonal valor and resolute spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of almostcertain death, was directly responsible for saving the lives of his 2 comrades.His exceptional courage reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhancesthe finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life forothers.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company B, 15thInfantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sobangsan, Korea,24 June 1951. Entered service at: Cocoa, Fla. Born: 20 December 1929, New SmyrnaBeach, Fla. G.O. No.: 11, 1 February 1952. Citation: Pfc. Bennett a member ofCompany B, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armedenemy of the United Nations. At approximately 0200 hours, 2 enemy battalionsswarmed up the ridge line in a ferocious banzai charge in an attempt to dislodgePfc. Bennett's company from its defensive positions. Meeting the challenge, thegallant defenders delivered destructive retaliation, but the enemy pressed theassault with fanatical determination and the integrity of the perimeter wasimperiled. Fully aware of the odds against him, Pfc. Bennett unhesitatingly lefthis foxhole, moved through withering fire, stood within full view of the enemy,and, employing his automatic rifle, poured crippling fire into the ranks of theonrushing assailants, inflicting numerous casualties. Although wounded, Pfc.Bennett gallantly maintained his l-man defense and the attack was momentarilyhalted. During this lull in battle, the company regrouped for counterattack, butthe numerically superior foe soon infiltrated into the position. Upon orders tomove back, Pfc. Bennett voluntarily remained to provide covering fire for thewithdrawing elements, and, defying the enemy, continued to sweep the chargingfoe with devastating fire until mortally wounded. His willing self-sacrifice andintrepid actions saved the position from being overrun and enabled the companyto effect an orderly withdrawal. Pfc. Bennett's unflinching courage andconsummate devotion to duty reflect lasting glory on himself and the militaryservice.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Medical Company 223d InfantryRegiment, 40th Infantry Division. Place and date: Vicinity of Minari-gol, Korea,14 June 1952. Entered service at: Shelley, Idaho. Born: 27 February 1932, IdahoFalls, Idaho. G.O. No.: 83, 2 November 1953. Citation: Sgt. Bleak, a member ofthe medical company, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andindomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. As a medical aidman, he volunteered to accompany a reconnaissance patrolcommitted to engage the enemy and capture a prisoner for interrogation. Forgingup the rugged slope of the key terrain, the group was subjected to intenseautomatic weapons and small arms fire and suffered several casualties. Afteradministering to the wounded, he continued to advance with the patrol. Nearingthe military crest of the hill, while attempting to cross the fire-swept area toattend the wounded, he came under hostile fire from a small group of the enemyconcealed in a trench. Entering the trench he closed with the enemy, killed 2with bare hands and a third with his trench knife. Moving from the emplacement,he saw a concussion grenade fall in front of a companion and, quickly shiftinghis position, shielded the man from the impact of the blast. Later, whileministering to the wounded, he was struck by a hostile bullet but, despite thewound, he undertook to evacuate a wounded comrade. As he moved down the hillwith his heavy burden, he was attacked by 2 enemy soldiers with fixed bayonets.Closing with the aggressors, he grabbed them and smacked their heads together,then carried his helpless comrade down the hill to safety. Sgt. Bleak'sdauntless courage and intrepid actions reflect utmost credit upon himself andare in keeping with the honored traditions of the military service.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company I, 19thInfantry Regiment. Place and date: Vicinity of Yonggong-ni, Korea, 7 March 1951.Entered service at: Audubon, N.J. Birth: Audubon, N.J. G.O. No.: 12, 1 February1952. Citation: Sfc. Brittin, a member of Company I, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. Volunteering to lead his squad up a hill, with meager cover againstmurderous fire from the enemy, he ordered his squad to give him support and, inthe face of withering fire and bursting shells, he tossed a grenade at thenearest enemy position. On returning to his squad, he was knocked down andwounded by an enemy grenade. Refusing medical attention, he replenished hissupply of grenades and returned, hurling grenades into hostile positions andshooting the enemy as they fled. When his weapon jammed, he leaped withouthesitation into a foxhole and killed the occupants with his bayonet and the buttof his rifle. He continued to wipe out foxholes and, noting that his squad hadbeen pinned down, he rushed to the rear of a machinegun position, threw agrenade into the nest, and ran around to its front, where he killed all 3occupants with his rifle. Less than 100 yards up the hill, his squad again cameunder vicious fire from another camouflaged, sandbagged, machinegun nestwell-flanked by supporting riflemen. Sfc. Brittin again charged this newposition in an aggressive endeavor to silence this remaining obstacle and randirect into a burst of automatic fire which killed him instantly. In hissustained and driving action, he had killed 20 enemy soldiers and destroyed 4automatic weapons. The conspicuous courage, consummate valor, and nobleself-sacrifice displayed by Sfc. Brittin enabled his inspired company to attainits objective and reflect the highest glory on himself and the heroic traditionsof the military service.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company D, 8thEngineer Combat Battalion. Place and date: Near Kasan, Korea, 4 September 1950.Entered service at: Erie, Pa. Birth: Mahaffey, Pa. G.O. No.: 11, 16 February1951. Citation. Pfc. Brown, Company D distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action againstthe enemy. While his platoon was securing Hill 755 (the Walled City), the enemy,using heavy automatic weapons and small arms, counterattacked. Taking a positionon a 50-foot-high wall he delivered heavy rifle fire on the enemy. Hisammunition was soon expended and although wounded, he remained at his post andthrew his few grenades into the attackers causing many casualties. When hissupply of grenades was exhausted his comrades from nearby foxholes tossed othersto him and he left his position, braving a hail of fire, to retrieve and throwthem at the enemy. The attackers continued to assault his position and Pfc.Brown weaponless, drew his entrenching tool from his pack and calmly waiteduntil they 1 by 1 peered over the wall, delivering each a crushing blow upon thehead. Knocking 10 or 12 enemy from the wall, his daring action so inspired hisplatoon that they repelled the attack and held their position. Pfc. Brown'sextraordinary heroism, gallantry, and intrepidity reflect the highest creditupon himself and was in keeping with the honored traditions of the militaryservice. Reportedly missing in action and officially killed in action, September5, 1950.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company G, 5th CavalryRegiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Place and date: Near Chong-dong, Korea, 28October 1951. Entered service at: Stuttgart, Ark. Born: 29 September 1924,Tichnor, Ark. G.O. No.: 43. Citation: 1st Lt. Burke, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above and beyond the call of dutyin action against the enemy. Intense enemy fire had pinned down leading elementsof his company committed to secure commanding ground when 1st Lt. Burke left thecommand post to rally and urge the men to follow him toward 3 bunkers impedingthe advance. Dashing to an exposed vantage point he threw several grenades atthe bunkers, then, returning for an Ml rifle and adapter, he made a loneassault, wiping out the position and killing the crew. Closing on the centerbunker he lobbed grenades through the opening and, with his pistol, killed 3 ofits occupants attempting to surround him. Ordering his men forward he chargedthe third emplacement, catching several grenades in midair and hurling them backat the enemy. Inspired by his display of valor his men stormed forward, overranthe hostile position, but were again pinned down by increased fire. Securing alight machinegun and 3 boxes of ammunition, 1st Lt. Burke dashed through theimpact area to an open knoll, set up his gun and poured a crippling fire intothe ranks of the enemy, killing approximately 75. Although wounded, he orderedmore ammunition, reloading and destroying 2 mortar emplacements and a machinegunposition with his accurate fire. Cradling the weapon in his arms he then led hismen forward, killing some 25 more of the retreating enemy and securing theobjective. 1st Lt. Burke's heroic action and daring exploits inspired his smallforce of 35 troops. His unflinching courage and outstanding leadership reflectthe highest credit upon himself, the infantry, and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company L, 38thInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: vicinity of Mundung-ni,Korea 8 and 9 October 1951. Entered service at: Blanchard, Okla. Birth:Blanchard, Okla. G.O. No.: 84, 5 September 1952. Citation: Sfc. Burris, a memberof Company L, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty. On 8 October, when his companyencountered intense fire from an entrenched hostile force, Sfc. Burris chargedforward alone, throwing grenades into the position and destroying approximately15 of the enemy. On the following day, spearheading a renewed assault on enemypositions on the next ridge, he was wounded by machinegun fire but continued theassault, reaching the crest of the ridge ahead of his unit and sustaining asecond wound. Calling for a 57mm. recoilless rifle team, he deliberately exposedhimself to draw hostile fire and reveal the enemy position. The enemy machinegunemplacement was destroyed. The company then moved forward and prepared toassault other positions on the ridge line. Sfc. Burris, refusing evacuation andsubmitting only to emergency treatment, joined the unit in its renewed attackbut fire from hostile emplacement halted the advance. Sfc. Burris rose to hisfeet, charged forward and destroyed the first emplacement with its heavymachinegun and crew of 6 men. Moving out to the next emplacement, and throwinghis last grenade which destroyed this position, he fell mortally wounded byenemy fire. Inspired by his consummate gallantry, his comrades renewed aspirited assault which overran enemy positions and secured Hill 605, a strategicposition in the battle for "Heartbreak Ridge," Sfc. Burris'indomitable fighting spirit, outstanding heroism, and gallant self-sacrificereflect the highest glory upon himself, the infantry and the U.S. Army.

CAFFERATA, HECTOR A., JR.

Private, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Company F, 2dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 28November 1950. Entered service at: Dover, N.J. Born: 4 November 1929, New York,N.Y. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty while serving as a rifleman with Company F, inaction against enemy aggressor forces. When all the other members of his fireteam became casualties, creating a gap in the lines, during the initial phase ofa vicious attack launched by a fanatical enemy of regimental strength againsthis company's hill position, Pvt. Cafferata waged a lone battle with grenadesand rifle fire as the attack gained momentum and the enemy threatenedpenetration through the gap and endangered the integrity of the entire defensiveperimeter. Making a target of himself under the devastating fire from automaticweapons, rifles, grenades, and mortars, he maneuvered up and down the line anddelivered accurate and effective fire against the onrushing force, killing 15,wounding many more, and forcing the others to withdraw so that reinforcementscould move up and consolidate the position. Again fighting desperately against arenewed onslaught later that same morning when a hostile grenade landed in ashallow entrenchment occupied by wounded marines, Pvt. Cafferata rushed into thegully under heavy fire, seized the deadly missile in his right hand and hurledit free of his comrades before it detonated, severing part of 1 finger andseriously wounding him in the right hand and arm. Courageously ignoring theintense pain, he staunchly fought on until he was struck by a sniper's bulletand forced to submit to evacuation for medical treatment Stouthearted andindomitable, Pvt. Cafferata, by his fortitude, great personal valor, anddauntless perseverance in the face of almost certain death, saved the lives ofseveral of his fellow marines and contributed essentially to the successachieved by his company in maintaining its defensive position against tremendousodds. His extraordinary heroism throughout was in keeping with the highesttraditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

*CHAMPAGNE, DAVID B.

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, Company A 1st Battalion,7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date. Korea, 28 May 1952.Entered service at: Wakefield R.I. Born: 11 November 1932, Waterville, Md.Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty while serving as a fire team leader of CompanyA, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Advancing with his platoon in theinitial assault of the company against a strongly fortified and heavily defendedhill position, Cpl. Champagne skillfully led his fire team through a veritablehail of intense enemy machinegun, small-arms, and grenade fire, overrunningtrenches and a series of almost impregnable bunker positions before reaching thecrest of the hill and placing his men in defensive positions. Suffering apainful leg wound while assisting in repelling the ensuing hostilecounterattack, which was launched under cover of a murderous hail of mortar andartillery fire, he steadfastly refused evacuation and fearlessly continued tocontrol his fire team When the enemy counterattack increased in intensity, and ahostile grenade landed in the midst of the fire team, Cpl. Champagneunhesitatingly seized the deadly missile and hurled it in the direction of theapproaching enemy. As the grenade left his hand, it exploded blowing off hishand and throwing him out of the trench. Mortally wounded by enemy mortar firewhile in this exposed position, Cpl. Champagne, by his valiant leadership,fortitude, and gallant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of almost certaindeath, undoubtedly saved the lives of several of his fellow marines. His heroicactions served to inspire all who observed him and reflect the highest creditupon himself and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

CHARETTE, WILLIAM R.

Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy MedicalCorpsman serving with a marine rifle company. Place and date: Korea, 27 March1953. Entered service at: Ludington, Michigan. Birth: Ludington, Mich. Citation:For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above andbeyond the call of duty in action against enemy aggressor forces during theearly morning hours. Participating in a fierce encounter with a cleverlyconcealed and well-entrenched enemy force occupying positions on a vital andbitterly contested outpost far in advance of the main line of resistance, HC3c.Charette repeatedly and unhesitatingly moved about through a murderous barrageof hostile small-arms and mortar fire to render assistance to his woundedcomrades. When an enemy grenade landed within a few feet of a marine he wasattending, he immediately threw himself upon the stricken man and absorbed theentire concussion of the deadly missile with his body. Although sustainingpainful facial wounds, and undergoing shock from the intensity of the blastwhich ripped the helmet and medical aid kit from his person, HC3c. Charetteresourcefully improvised emergency bandages by tearing off part of his clothing,and gallantly continued to administer medical aid to the wounded in his own unitand to those in adjacent platoon areas as well. Observing a seriously woundedcomrade whose armored vest had been torn from his body by the blast from anexploding shell, he selflessly removed his own battle vest and placed it uponthe helpless man although fully aware of the added jeopardy to himself. Movingto the side of another casualty who was suffering excruciating pain from aserious leg wound, HC3c. Charette stood upright in the trench line and exposedhimself to a deadly hail of enemy fire in order to lend more effective aid tothe victim and to alleviate his anguish while being removed to a position ofsafety. By his indomitable courage and inspiring efforts in behalf of hiswounded comrades, HC3c. Charette was directly responsible for saving many lives.His great personal valor reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhancesthe finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

*CHARLTON, CORNELIUS H.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 24th InfantryRegiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chipo-ri, Korea, 2 June1951. Entered service at: Bronx, N.Y. Born: 24 July 1929, East Gulf, W. Va. G.O.No.: 30, 19 March 1952. Citation: Sgt. Charlton, a member of Company C,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. His platoon was attacking heavilydefended hostile positions on commanding ground when the leader was wounded andevacuated. Sgt. Charlton assumed command, rallied the men, and spearheaded theassault against the hill. Personally eliminating 2 hostile positions and killing6 of the enemy with his rifle fire and grenades, he continued up the slope untilthe unit suffered heavy casualties and became pinned down. Regrouping the men heled them forward only to be again hurled back by a shower of grenades. Despite asevere chest wound, Sgt. Charlton refused medical attention and led a thirddaring charge which carried to the crest of the ridge. Observing that theremaining emplacement which had retarded the advance was situated on the reverseslope, he charged it alone, was again hit by a grenade but raked the positionwith a devastating fire which eliminated it and routed the defenders. The woundsreceived during his daring exploits resulted in his death but his indomitablecourage, superb leadership, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect the highestcredit upon himself the infantry, and the military service.

*CHRISTIANSON, STANLEY R.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company E, 2dBattalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Seoul,Korea, 29 September 1950. Entered service at: Mindoro, Wis. Born: 24 January1925, Mindoro, Wis. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Company E,in action against enemy aggressor forces at Hill 132, in the early morninghours. Manning 1 of the several listening posts covering approaches to theplatoon area when the enemy commenced the attack, Pfc. Christianson quickly sentanother marine to alert the rest of the platoon. Without orders, he remained inhis position and, with full knowledge that he would have slight chance ofescape, fired relentlessly at oncoming hostile troops attacking furiously withrifles, automatic weapons, and incendiary grenades. Accounting for 7 enemy deadin the immediate vicinity before his position was overrun and he himself fatallystruck down, Pfc. Christianson, by his superb courage, valiant fighting spirit,and devotion to duty, was responsible for allowing the rest of the platoon timeto man positions, build up a stronger defense on that flank, and repel theattack with 41 of the enemy destroyed, many more wounded, and 3 taken prisoner.His self-sacrificing actions in the face of overwhelming odds sustain andenhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. Pfc. Christiansongallantly gave his life for his country.

*COLLIER, GILBERT G.

Sergeant (then Cpl.), U.S. Army, Company F, 223dInfantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Tutayon, Korea,19-20 July 1953. Entered service at: Tichnor Ark. Born: 30 December 1930,Hunter, Ark. G.O. No.: 3, 12 January 1955. Citation: Sgt. Collier, a member ofCompany F, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitablecourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Sgt.Collier was pointman and assistant leader of a combat patrol committed to makecontact with the enemy. As the patrol moved forward through the darkness, he andhis commanding officer slipped and fell from a steep, 60-foot cliff and wereinjured. Incapacitated by a badly sprained ankle which prevented immediatemovement, the officer ordered the patrol to return to the safety of friendlylines. Although suffering from a painful back injury, Sgt. Collier elected toremain with his leader, and before daylight they managed to crawl back up andover the mountainous terrain to the opposite valley where they concealedthemselves in the brush until nightfall, then edged toward their companypositions. Shortly after leaving the daylight retreat they were ambushed and, inthe ensuing fire fight, Sgt. Collier killed 2 hostile soldiers, received painfulwounds, and was separated from his companion. Then, ammunition expended, heclosed in hand-to-hand combat with 4 attacking hostile infantrymen, killing,wounding, and routing the foe with his bayonet. He was mortally wounded duringthis action, but made a valiant attempt to reach and assist his leader in adesperate effort to save his comrade's life without regard for his own personalsafety. Sgt. Collier's unflinching courage, consummate devotion to duty, andgallant self-sacrifice reflect lasting glory upon himself and uphold the nobletraditions of the military service.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company C, 27th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Near Chindong-ni, Korea, 19 September 1950. Enteredservice at: Worthington, Ky. Born: 3 April 1929, Worthington, Ky. G.O. No.: 86,2 August 1951. Citation: Cpl. Collier, Company C, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. While engaged in an assault on a strategic ridge strongly defended by afanatical enemy, the leading elements of his company encountered intenseautomatic weapons and grenade fire. Cpl. Collier and 3 comrades volunteered andmoved forward to neutralize an enemy machinegun position which was hampering thecompany's advance, but they were twice repulsed. On the third attempt, Cpl.Collier, despite heavy enemy fire and grenade barrages, moved to an exposedposition ahead of his comrades, assaulted and destroyed the machinegun nest,killing at least 4 enemy soldiers. As he returned down the rocky, fire-swepthill and joined his squad, an enemy grenade landed in their midst. Shouting awarning to his comrades, he, selflessly and unhesitatingly, threw himself uponthe grenade and smothered its explosion with his body. This intrepid actionsaved his comrades from death or injury. Cpl. Collier's supreme, personalbravery, consummate gallantry, and noble self-sacrifice reflect untold gloryupon himself and uphold the honored traditions of the military service.

COMMISKEY, HENRY A., SR.

First Lieutenant (then 2d Lt.), U.S. Marine Corps,Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Near Yongdungp'o, Korea, 20 September 1950. Entered service at:Hattiesburg, Miss. Birth: 10 January 1927, Hattiesburg, Miss. Citation: Forconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyondthe call of duty while serving as a platoon leader in Company C, in actionagainst enemy aggressor forces. Directed to attack hostile forces well dug in onHill 85, 1st Lt. Commiskey, spearheaded the assault, charging up the steepslopes on the run. Coolly disregarding the heavy enemy machinegun and small armsfire, he plunged on well forward of the rest of his platoon and was the firstman to reach the crest of the objective. Armed only with a pistol, he jumpedinto a hostile machinegun emplacement occupied by 5 enemy troops and quicklydisposed of 4 of the soldiers with his automatic pistol. Grappling with thefifth, 1st Lt. Commiskey knocked him to the ground and held him until he couldobtain a weapon from another member of his platoon and killed the last of theenemy guncrew. Continuing his bold assault, he moved to the next emplacement,killed 2 more of the enemy and then led his platoon toward the rear nose of thehill to rout the remainder of the hostile troops and destroy them as they fledfrom their positions. His valiant leadership and courageous fighting spiritserved to inspire the men of his company to heroic endeavor in seizing theobjective and reflect the highest credit upon 1st Lt. Commiskey and the U.S.Naval Service.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company C 5th CavalryRegiment. Place and date: Near Kaesong, Korea, 12 October 1950. Entered serviceat: Madison, N.J. Born: 4 August 1926 Madison, N.J. G.O. No.: 57, 2 August 1951.Citation: 1st Lt. Coursen distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action. While Company C wasattacking Hill 174 under heavy enemy small-arms fire, his platoon received enemyfire from close range. The platoon returned the fire and continued to advance.During this phase 1 his men moved into a well-camouflaged emplacement, which wasthought to be unoccupied, and was wounded by the enemy who were hidden withinthe emplacement. Seeing the soldier in difficulty he rushed to the man's aidand, without regard for his personal safety, engaged the enemy in hand-to-handcombat in an effort to protect his wounded comrade until he himself was killed.When his body was recovered after the battle 7 enemy dead were found in theemplacement. As the result of 1st Lt. Coursen's violent struggle several of theenemies' heads had been crushed with his rifle. His aggressive and intrepidactions saved the life of the wounded man, eliminated the main position of theenemy roadblock, and greatly inspired the men in his command. 1st Lt. Coursen'sextraordinary heroism and intrepidity reflect the highest credit on himself andare in keeping with the honored traditions of the military service.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Reconnaissance Company, 1stCavalry Division. Place and date: Near Kasan, Korea 10 September 1950. Enteredservice at. Brockton, Mass. Born: 1 August 1929, Brockton, Mass. G.O. No.: 23,25 April 1951. Citation: Cpl. Craig, 16th Reconnaissance Company, distinguishedhimself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call ofduty in action against the enemy. During the attack on a strategic enemy-heldhill his company's advance was subjected to intense hostile grenade mortar, andsmall-arms fire. Cpl. Craig and 4 comrades moved forward to eliminate an enemymachinegun nest that was hampering the company's advance. At that instance anenemy machine gunner hurled a handgrenade at the advancing men. Withouthesitating or attempting to seek cover for himself, Cpl. Craig threw himself onthe grenade and smothered its burst with his body. His intrepid and selflessact, in which he unhesitantly gave his life for his comrades, inspired them toattack with such ferocity that they annihilated the enemy machinegun crew,enabling the company to continue its attack. Cpl. Craig's noble self-sacrificereflects the highest credit upon himself and upholds the esteemed traditions ofthe military service.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company L, 7th InfantryRegiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chorwon, Korea, 6 and 7September 1951. Entered service at: Forest City, N.C. Born: 18 February 1933,Charlotte, N.C. G.O. No.: 68, 11 July 1952. Citation. Cpl. Crump, a member ofCompany L, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Duringthe night a numerically superior hostile force launched an assault against hisplatoon on Hill 284, overrunning friendly positions and swarming into thesector. Cpl. Crump repeatedly exposed himself to deliver effective fire into theranks of the assailants, inflicting numerous casualties. Observing 2 enemysoldiers endeavoring to capture a friendly machinegun, he charged and killedboth with his bayonet, regaining control of the weapon. Returning to hisposition, now occupied by 4 of his wounded comrades, he continued his accuratefire into enemy troops surrounding his emplacement. When a hostile soldierhurled a grenade into the position, Cpl. Crump immediately flung himself overthe missile, absorbing the blast with his body and saving his comrades fromdeath or serious injury. His aggressive actions had so inspired his comradesthat a spirited counterattack drove the enemy from the perimeter. Cpl. Crump'sheroic devotion to duty, indomitable fighting spirit, and willingness tosacrifice himself to save his comrades reflect the highest credit upon himself,the infantry and the U.S. Army.

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, Company G, 3d Battalion,5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Vicinity ofSongnae-Dong, Korea, 21 September 1951. Entered service at: Mission, Kans. Born:7 September 1931, Kansas City, Mo. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a squad leader in Company G, in action against enemy aggressorforces, early in the morning. While expertly directing the defense of hisposition during a probing attack by hostile forces attempting to infiltrate thearea, Cpl. Davenport, acting quickly when an enemy grenade fell into the foxholewhich he was occupying with another marine, skillfully located the deadlyprojectile in the dark and, undeterred by the personal risk involved, heroicallythrew himself over the live missile, thereby saving his companion from seriousinjury or possible death. His cool and resourceful leadership were contributingfactors in the successful repulse of the enemy attack and his superb courage andadmirable spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of almost certain death enhanceand sustain the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. Cpl. Davenportgallantly gave his life for his country.

*DAVIS, GEORGE ANDREW, JR.

Major, U.S. Air Force, CO, 334th Fighter Squadron,4th Fighter Group, 5th Air Force. Place and date: Near Sinuiju-Yalu River area,Korea, 10 February 1952. Entered service at: Lubbock, Tex. Born: 1 December1920, Dublin, Tex. Citation: Maj. Davis distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty. While leading a flight of 4 F-86 Saberjets on a combat aerial patrolmission near the Manchurian border, Maj. Davis' element leader ran out of oxygenand was forced to retire from the flight with his wingman accompanying him. Maj.Davis and the remaining F-86's continued the mission and sighted a formation ofapproximately 12 enemy MIG-15 aircraft speeding southward toward an area wherefriendly fighter-bombers were conducting low level operations against theCommunist lines of communications. With selfless disregard for the numericalsuperiority of the enemy, Maj. Davis positioned his 2 aircraft, then dove at theMIG formation. While speeding through the formation from the rear he singled outa MIG-15 and destroyed it with a concentrated burst of fire. Although he was nowunder continuous fire from the enemy fighters to his rear, Maj. Davis sustainedhis attack. He fired at another MIG-15 which, bursting into smoke and flames,went into a vertical dive. Rather than maintain his superior speed and evade theenemy fire being concentrated on him, he elected to reduce his speed and soughtout still a third MIG-15. During this latest attack his aircraft sustained adirect hit, went out of control, then crashed into a mountain 30 miles south ofthe Yalu River. Maj. Davis' bold attack completely disrupted the enemyformation, permitting the friendly fighter-bombers to successfully completetheir interdiction mission. Maj. Davis, by his indomitable fighting spirit,heroic aggressiveness, and superb courage in engaging the enemy againstformidable odds exemplified valor at its highest.

Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps commandingofficer, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Vicinity Hagaru-ri, Korea, 1 through 4 December 1950. Entered service at:Atlanta, Ga. Born: 13 January 1915, Fitzgerald, Ga. Citation: For conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty as commanding officer of the 1st Battalion, in action against enemyaggressor forces. Although keenly aware that the operation involved breakingthrough a surrounding enemy and advancing 8 miles along primitive icy trails inthe bitter cold with every passage disputed by a savage and determined foe, Lt.Col. Davis boldly led his battalion into the attack in a daring attempt torelieve a beleaguered rifle company and to seize, hold, and defend a vitalmountain pass controlling the only route available for 2 marine regiments indanger of being cut off by numerically superior hostile forces during theirre-deployment to the port of Hungnam. When the battalion immediately encounteredstrong opposition from entrenched enemy forces commanding high ground in thepath of the advance, he promptly spearheaded his unit in a fierce attack up thesteep, ice-covered slopes in the face of withering fire and, personally leadingthe assault groups in a hand-to-hand encounter, drove the hostile troops fromtheir positions, rested his men, and reconnoitered the area under enemy fire todetermine the best route for continuing the mission. Always in the thick of thefighting Lt. Col. Davis led his battalion over 3 successive ridges in the deepsnow in continuous attacks against the enemy and, constantly inspiring andencouraging his men throughout the night, brought his unit to a point within1,500 yards of the surrounded rifle company by daybreak. Although knocked to theground when a shell fragment struck his helmet and 2 bullets pierced hisclothing, he arose and fought his way forward at the head of his men until hereached the isolated marines. On the following morning, he bravely led hisbattalion in securing the vital mountain pass from a strongly entrenched andnumerically superior hostile force, carrying all his wounded with him, including22 litter cases and numerous ambulatory patients. Despite repeated savage andheavy assaults by the enemy, he stubbornly held the vital terrain until the 2regiments of the division had deployed through the pass and, on the morning of 4December, led his battalion into Hagaru-ri intact. By his superb leadership,outstanding courage, and brilliant tactical ability, Lt. Col. Davis was directlyinstrumental in saving the beleaguered rifle company from complete annihilationand enabled the 2 marine regiments to escape possible destruction. His valiantdevotion to duty and unyielding fighting spirit in the face of almostinsurmountable odds enhance and sustain the highest traditions of the U.S. NavalService.

Major General, U.S. Army, commanding general, 24thInfantry Division. Place and date: Taejon, Korea, 20 and 21 July 1950. Enteredservice at: California. Born: 1 August 1899, Carlyle, Ill. G.O. No.: 7, 16February 1951. Citation: Maj. Gen. Dean distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the repeated risk of his life above and beyond thecall of duty. In command of a unit suddenly relieved from occupation duties inJapan and as yet untried in combat, faced with a ruthless and determined enemy,highly trained and overwhelmingly superior in numbers, he felt it his duty totake action which to a man of his military experience and knowledge was clearlyapt to result in his death. He personally and alone attacked an enemy tank whilearmed only with a handgrenade. He also directed the fire of his tanks from anexposed position with neither cover nor concealment while under observedartillery and small-arm fire. When the town of Taejon was finally overrun herefused to insure his own safety by leaving with the leading elements butremained behind organizing his retreating forces, directing stragglers, and waslast seen assisting the wounded to a place of safety. These actions indicatethat Maj. Gen. Dean felt it necessary to sustain the courage and resolution ofhis troops by examples of excessive gallantry committed always at the threatenedportions of his frontlines. The magnificent response of his unit to this willingand cheerful sacrifice, made with full knowledge of its certain cost, ishistory. The success of this phase of the campaign is in large measure due toMaj. Gen. Dean's heroic leadership, courageous and loyal devotion to his men,and his complete disregard for personal safety.

*DESIDERIO, REGINALD B.

Captain, U.S. Army, commanding officer, Company E,27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Ipsok,Korea, 27 November 1950. Entered service at: Gilroy, Calif. Born: 12 September1918, Clairton, Pa. G.O. No.: 58, 2 August 1951. Citation: Capt. Desideriodistinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the repeatedrisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. His company was given themission of defending the command post of a task force against an enemybreakthrough. After personal reconnaissance during darkness and under intenseenemy fire, he placed his men in defensive positions to repel an attack. Earlyin the action he was wounded, but refused evacuation and despite enemy firecontinued to move among his men checking their positions and making sure thateach element was prepared to receive the next attack. Again wounded, hecontinued to direct his men. By his inspiring leadership he encouraged them tohold their position. In the subsequent fighting when the fanatical enemysucceeded in penetrating the position, he personally charged them with carbine,rifle, and grenades, inflicting many casualties until he himself was mortallywounded. His men, spurred on by his intrepid example, repelled this finalattack. Capt. Desiderio's heroic leadership, courageous and loyal devotion toduty, and his complete disregard for personal safety reflect the highest honoron him and are in keeping with the esteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.

*DEWERT, RICHARD DAVID

Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Navy. Hospital Corpsmanattached to Marine infantry company, 1st Marine Division. Place and date: Korea,5 April 1951. Entered service at: Taunton, Mass. Birth: Taunton, Mass. Citation:For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above andbeyond the call of duty while serving as a HC, in action against enemy aggressorforces. When a fire team from the point platoon of his company was pinned downby a deadly barrage of hostile automatic weapons fired and suffered manycasualties, HC Dewert rushed to the assistance of 1 of the more seriouslywounded and, despite a painful leg wound sustained while dragging the strickenmarine to safety, steadfastly refused medical treatment for himself andimmediately dashed back through the fireswept area to carry a second wounded manout of the line of fire. Undaunted by the mounting hail of devastating enemyfire, he bravely moved forward a third time and received another serious woundin the shoulder after discovering that a wounded marine had already died. Stillpersistent in his refusal to submit to first aid, he resolutely answered thecall of a fourth stricken comrade and, while rendering medical assistance, washimself mortally wounded by a burst of enemy fire. His courageous initiative,great personal valor, and heroic spirit of self-sacrifice in the face ofoverwhelming odds reflect the highest credit upon HC Dewert and enhance thefinest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Company E, 2dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: NearPanmunjon, Korea, 16 April 1952. Entered service at: Muskegon, Mich. Born: 16November 1931, Grand Rapids, Mich. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a gunner in a machinegun platoon of Company E, in action againstenemy aggressor forces. When an enemy grenade landed close to his position whilehe and his assistant gunner were receiving medical attention for their woundsduring a fierce night attack by numerically superior hostile forces, Cpl. Dewey,although suffering intense pain, immediately pulled the corpsman to the groundand, shouting a warning to the other marines around him. bravely smothered thedeadly missile with his body, personally absorbing the full force of theexplosion to save his comrades from possible injury or death. His indomitablecourage, outstanding initiative, and valiant efforts in behalf of others in theface of almost certain death reflect the highest credit upon Cpl. Dewey andenhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

First Lieutenant (then 2d Lt.), U.S. Army, Company E,5th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Subuk,Korea, 30 and 31 January 1951. Entered service at: Kenvir, Ky. Born: 21 April1925, Evarts, Ky. G.O. No.: 37, 4 June 1951. Citation: 1st Lt. Dodd, Company E,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. First Lt. Dodd, given theresponsibility of spearheading an attack to capture Hill 256, a key terrainfeature defended by a well-armed, crafty foe who had withstood several previousassaults, led his platoon forward over hazardous terrain under hostilesmall-arms, mortar, and artillery fire from well-camouflaged enemy emplacementswhich reached such intensity that his men faltered. With utter disregard for hissafety, 1st Lt. Dodd moved among his men, reorganized and encouraged them, andthen single-handedly charged the first hostile machinegun nest, killing orwounding all its occupants. Inspired by his incredible courage, his platoonresponded magnificently and, fixing bayonets and throwing grenades, closed onthe enemy and wiped out every hostile position as it moved relentlessly onwardto its initial objective. Securing the first series of enemy positions, 1st Lt.Dodd again reorganized his platoon and led them across a narrow ridge and ontoHill 256. Firing his rifle and throwing grenades, he advanced at the head of hisplatoon despite the intense concentrated hostile fire which was brought to bearon their narrow avenue of approach. When his platoon was still 200 yards fromthe objective he moved ahead and with his last grenade destroyed an enemy mortarkilling the crew. Darkness then halted the advance but at daybreak 1st Lt. Dodd,again boldly advancing ahead of his unit, led the platoon through a dense fogagainst the remaining hostile positions. With bayonet and grenades he continuedto set pace without regard for the danger to his life, until he and his troopshad eliminated the last of the defenders and had secured the final objective.First Lt. Dodd's superb leadership and extraordinary heroism inspired his men toovercome this strong enemy defense reflecting the highest credit upon himselfand upholding the esteemed traditions of the military service.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company C, 21stInfantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Mugok, Korea, 26April 1951. Entered service at: Whitwell (Marion County), Tenn. Born: 9 May1923, Whitwell, Tenn. G.O. No.: 20, 19 March 1954. Citation: Sfc. Duke, a memberof Company C, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Uponlearning that several of his men were isolated and heavily engaged in an areayielded by his platoon when ordered to withdraw, he led a small force in adaring assault which recovered the position and the beleaguered men. Anotherenemy attack in strength resulted in numerous casualties but Sfc. Duke, althoughwounded by mortar fragments, calmly moved along his platoon line to coordinatefields of fire and to urge his men to hold firm in the bitter encounter. Woundeda second time he received first aid and returned to his position. When the enemyagain attacked shortly after dawn, despite his wounds, Sfc. Duke repeatedlybraved withering fire to insure maximum defense of each position. Threatenedwith annihilation and with mounting casualties, the platoon was again ordered towithdraw when Sfc. Duke was wounded a third time in both legs and was unable towalk. Realizing that he was impeding the progress of 2 comrades who werecarrying him from the hill, he urged them to leave him and seek safety. He waslast seen pouring devastating fire into the ranks of the onrushing assailants.The consummate courage, superb leadership, and heroic actions of Sfc. Duke,displayed during intensive action against overwhelming odds, reflect the highestcredit upon himself, the infantry, and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company E, 23dInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Changbong-ni,Korea, 2 January 1951. Entered service at: Indianola, Iowa. Born: 7 October1926, Indianola, lowa. G.O. No.: 13, 1 February 1952. Citation: Sfc. Edwards,Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity aboveand beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. When his platoon, whileassisting in the defense of a strategic hill, was forced out of its position andcame under vicious raking fire from an enemy machinegun set up on adjacent highground, Sfc. Edwards individually charged the hostile emplacement, throwinggrenades as he advanced. The enemy withdrew but returned to deliver devastatingfire when he had expended his ammunition. Securing a fresh supply of grenades,he again charged the emplacement, neutralized the weapon and killed the crew,but was forced back by hostile small-arms fire. When the enemy emplaced anothermachinegun and resumed fire, Sfc. Edwards again renewed his supply of grenades,rushed a third time through a vicious hail of fire, silenced this second gun andannihilated its crew. In this third daring assault he was mortally wounded buthis indomitable courage and successful action enabled his platoon to regain andhold the vital strongpoint. Sfc. Edwards' consummate valor and gallantself-sacrifice reflect the utmost glory upon himself and are in keeping with theesteemed traditions of the infantry and military service.

*ESSEBAGGER, JOHN, JR.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company A, 7th InfantryRegiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Popsudong, Korea, 25 April1951. Entered service at: Holland, Mich. Born: 29 October 1928, Holland, Mich.G.O. No.: 61, 24 April 1952. Citation: Cpl. Essebagger, a member of Company A,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Committed to effect adelaying action to cover the 3d Battalion's withdrawal through Company A, Cpl.Essebagger, a member of 1 of 2 squads maintaining defensive positions in keyterrain and defending the company's right flank, had participated in repulsingnumerous attacks. In a frenzied banzai charge the numerically superior enemyseriously threatened the security of the planned route of withdrawal andisolation of the small force. Badly shaken, the grossly outnumbered detachmentstarted to fall back and Cpl. Essebagger, realizing the impending danger,voluntarily remained to provide security for the withdrawal. Gallantlymaintaining a l-man stand, Cpl. Essebagger raked the menacing hordes withcrippling fire and, with the foe closing on the position, left the comparativesafety of his shelter and advanced in the face of overwhelming odds, firing hisweapon and hurling grenades to disconcert the enemy and afford time fordisplacement of friendly elements to more tenable positions. Scorning thewithering fire and bursting shells, Cpl. Essebagger continued to move forward,inflicting destruction upon the fanatical foe until he was mortally wounded.Cpl. Essebagger's intrepid action and supreme sacrifice exacted a heavy toll inenemy dead and wounded, stemmed the onslaught, and enabled the retiring squadsto reach safety. His valorous conduct and devotion to duty reflected lastingglory upon himself and was in keeping with the noblest traditions of theinfantry and the U.S. Army.

Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, commanding officer,1st Battalion, 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date:Vicinity Hagaru-ri, Northern Korea, 27 November to 1 December 1950. Enteredservice at: Washington, Ind. Born: 26 August 1918, Washington, Ind. G.O. No.:59, 2 August 1951. Citation: Lt. Col. Faith, commanding 1st Battalion,distinguished himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity in action aboveand beyond the call of duty in the area of the Chosin Reservoir. When the enemylaunched a fanatical attack against his battalion, Lt. Col. Faith unhesitatinglyexposed himself to heavy enemy fire as he moved about directing the action. Whenthe enemy penetrated the positions, Lt. Col. Faith personally led counterattacksto restore the position. During an attack by his battalion to effect a junctionwith another U.S. unit, Lt. Col. Faith reconnoitered the route for, andpersonally directed, the first elements of his command across the ice-coveredreservoir and then directed the movement of his vehicles which were loaded withwounded until all of his command had passed through the enemy fire. Havingcompleted this he crossed the reservoir himself. Assuming command of the forcehis unit had joined he was given the mission of attacking to join friendlyelements to the south. Lt. Col. Faith, although physically exhausted in thebitter cold, organized and launched an attack which was soon stopped by enemyfire. He ran forward under enemy small-arms and automatic weapons fire, got hismen on their feet and personally led the fire attack as it blasted its waythrough the enemy ring. As they came to a hairpin curve, enemy fire from aroadblock again pinned the column down. Lt. Col. Faith organized a group of menand directed their attack on the enemy positions on the right flank. He thenplaced himself at the head of another group of men and in the face of directenemy fire led an attack on the enemy roadblock, firing his pistol and throwinggrenades. When he had reached a position approximately 30 yards from theroadblock he was mortally wounded, but continued to direct the attack until theroadblock was overrun. Throughout the 5 days of action Lt. Col. Faith gave nothought to his safety and did not spare himself. His presence each time in theposition of greatest danger was an inspiration to his men. Also, the damage hepersonally inflicted firing from his position at the head of his men was ofmaterial assistance on several occasions. Lt. Col. Faith's outstanding gallantryand noble self-sacrifice above and beyond the call of duty reflect the highesthonor on him and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army.(This award supersedes the prior award of the Silver Star (First Oak LeafCluster) as announced in G.O. No. 32, Headquarters X Corps, dated 23 February1951, for gallantry in action on 27 November 1950.)

*GARCIA, FERNANDO LUIS

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company I, 3dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 5September 1952. Entered service at: San Juan, P.R. Born: 14 October 1929,Utuado, P.R. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a member of CompanyI, in action against enemy aggressor forces. While participating in the defenseof a combat outpost located more than 1 mile forward of the main line ofresistance during a savage night attack by a fanatical enemy force employinggrenades, mortars, and artillery, Pfc. Garcia, although suffering painfulwounds, moved through the intense hail of hostile fire to a supply point tosecure more hand grenades. Quick to act when a hostile grenade landed nearby,endangering the life of another marine, as well as his own, he unhesitatinglychose to sacrifice himself and immediately threw his body upon the deadlymissile, receiving the full impact of the explosion. His great personal valorand cool decision in the face of almost certain death sustain and enhance thefinest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company C, 179thInfantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Songnae-dong,Korea, 30 November 1952. Entered service at: Whittier, N.C. Born: 23 August1932, Cherokee, N.C. G.O. NO.: 19, 18 March 1954. Citation: Pfc. George, amember of Company C, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andoutstanding courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy on the night of 30 November 1952. He was a member of a raiding partycommitted to engage the enemy and capture a prisoner for interrogation. Forgingup the rugged slope of the key terrain feature, the group was subjected tointense mortar and machinegun fire and suffered several casualties. Throughoutthe advance, he fought valiantly and, upon reaching the crest of the hill,leaped into the trenches and closed with the enemy in hand-to-hand combat. Whenfriendly troops were ordered to move back upon completion of the assignment, heand 2 comrades remained to cover the withdrawal. While in the process of leavingthe trenches a hostile soldier hurled a grenade into their midst. Pfc. Georgeshouted a warning to 1 comrade, pushed the other soldier out of danger, and,with full knowledge of the consequences, unhesitatingly threw himself upon thegrenade, absorbing the full blast of the explosion. Although seriously woundedin this display of valor, he refrained from any outcry which would divulge theposition of his companions. The 2 soldiers evacuated him to the forward aidstation and shortly thereafter he succumbed to his wound. Pfc. George'sindomitable courage, consummate devotion to duty, and willing self-sacrificereflect the highest credit upon himself and uphold the finest traditions of themilitary service.

*GILLILAND, CHARLES L.

Corporal (then Pfc.), U.S. Army, Company I, 7thInfantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Tongmang-ni,Korea, 25 April 1951. Entered service at: Yellville (Marion County), Ark. Born:24 May 1933, Mountain Home, Ark. G.O. No.: 2, 11 January 1955. Citation: Cpl.Gilliland, a member of Company I, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantryand outstanding courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. A numerically superior hostile force launched a coordinated assaultagainst his company perimeter, the brunt of which was directed up a defilecovered by his automatic rifle. His assistant was killed by enemy fire but Cpl.Gilliland, facing the full force of the assault, poured a steady fire into thefoe which stemmed the onslaught. When 2 enemy soldiers escaped his raking fireand infiltrated the sector, he leaped from his foxhole, overtook and killed themboth with his pistol. Sustaining a serious head wound in this daring exploit, herefused medical attention and returned to his emplacement to continue hisdefense of the vital defile. His unit was ordered back to new defensivepositions but Cpl. Gilliland volunteered to remain to cover the withdrawal andhold the enemy at bay. His heroic actions and indomitable devotion to dutyprevented the enemy from completely overrunning his company positions. Cpl.Gilliland's incredible valor and supreme sacrifice reflect lasting glory uponhimself and are in keeping with the honored traditions of the military service.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Reserve,Company E, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Korea, Hill 749, 14 September 1951. Entered service at: Omaha, Nebr. Born:10 August 1932, Omaha, Nebr. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidityat the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as anammunition bearer in Company E, in action against enemy aggressor forces.Bolding advancing with his squad in support of a group of riflemen assaulting aseries of strongly fortified and bitterly defended hostile positions on Hill749, Pfc. Gomez consistently exposed himself to the withering barrage to keephis machinegun supplied with ammunition during the drive forward to seize theobjective. As his squad deployed to meet an imminent counterattack, hevoluntarily moved down an abandoned trench to search for a new location for thegun and, when a hostile grenade landed between himself and his weapon, shouted awarning to those around him as he grasped the activated charge in his hand.Determined to save his comrades, he unhesitatingly chose to sacrifice himselfand, diving into the ditch with the deadly missile, absorbed the shatteringviolence of the explosion in his body. By his stouthearted courage, incomparablevalor, and decisive spirit of self-sacrifice, Pfc. Gomez inspired the others toheroic efforts in subsequently repelling the outnumbering foe, and his valiantconduct throughout sustained and enhanced the finest traditions of the U.S.Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company D, 7th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Near Popsu-dong, Korea, 24 and 25 April 1951. Enteredservice at: Burnham, Maine. Born: 18 September 1929, Fort Kent, Maine. G.O. No.:14, 1 February 1952. Citation: Cpl. Goodblood, a member of Company D,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armed enemy ofthe United Nations. Cpl. Goodblood, a machine gunner, was attached to Company Bin defensive positions on thickly wooded key terrain under attack by a ruthlessfoe. In bitter fighting which ensued, the numerically superior enemy infiltratedthe perimeter, rendering the friendly positions untenable. Upon order to moveback, Cpl. Goodblood voluntarily remained to cover the withdrawal and,constantly vulnerable to heavy fire, inflicted withering destruction on theassaulting force. Seeing a grenade lobbed at his position, he shoved hisassistant to the ground and flinging himself upon the soldier attempted toshield him. Despite his valorous act both men were wounded. Rejecting aid forhimself, he ordered the ammunition bearer to evacuate the injured man formedical treatment. He fearlessly maintained his l-man defense, sweeping theonrushing assailants with fire until an enemy banzai charge carried the hill andsilenced his gun. When friendly elements regained the commanding ground, Cpl.Goodblood's body was found Iying beside his gun and approximately 100 hostiledead lay in the wake of his field of fire. Through his unflinching courage andwilling self-sacrifice the onslaught was retarded, enabling his unit towithdraw, regroup, and resecure the strongpoint. Cpl. Goodblood's inspirationalconduct and devotion to duty reflect lasting glory on himself and are in keepingwith the noble traditions of the military service.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company F, 2dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: NearSonguch-on, Korea, 25 July 1953. Entered service at: El Paso, Tex. Born: 7December 1929, La Junta, Colo. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a platoon sergeant of Company F in action against enemy aggressorforces. Participating in the defense of an outpost forward of the main line ofresistance, S/Sgt. Guillen maneuvered his platoon over unfamiliar terrain in theface of hostile fire and placed his men in fighting positions. With his unitpinned down when the outpost was attacked under cover of darkness by anestimated force of 2 enemy battalions supported by mortar and artillery fire, hedeliberately exposed himself to the heavy barrage and attacks to direct his menin defending their positions and personally supervise the treatment andevacuation of the wounded. Inspired by his leadership, the platoon quicklyrallied and engaged the enemy in fierce hand-to-hand combat. Although criticallywounded during the course of the battle, S/Sgt. Guillen refused medical aid andcontinued to direct his men throughout the remainder of the engagement until theenemy was defeated and thrown into disorderly retreat. Succumbing to his woundswithin a few hours, S/Sgt. Guillen, by his outstanding courage and indomitablefighting spirit, was directly responsible for the success of his platoon inrepelling a numerically superior enemy force. His personal valor reflects thehighest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. NavalService. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*HAMMOND, FRANCIS C.

Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Navy, attached as a medicalcorpsman to 1st Marine Division. Place and date: Korea, 26-27 March 1953.Entered service at: Alexandria, Va. Birth: Alexandria, Va. Citation: Forconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyondthe call of duty as a HC serving with the 1st Marine Division in action againstenemy aggressor forces on the night of 26-27 March 1953. After reaching anintermediate objective during a counterattack against a heavily entrenched andnumerically superior hostile force occupying ground on a bitterly contestedoutpost far in advance of the main line of resistance. HC Hammond's platoon wassubjected to a murderous barrage of hostile mortar and artillery fire, followedby a vicious assault by onrushing enemy troops. Resolutely advancing through theveritable curtain of fire to aid his stricken comrades, HC Hammond moved amongthe stalwart garrison of marines and, although critically wounded himself,valiantly continued to administer aid to the other wounded throughout anexhausting 4-hour period. When the unit was ordered to withdraw, he skillfullydirected the evacuation of casualties and remained in the fire-swept area toassist the corpsmen of the relieving unit until he was struck by a round ofenemy mortar fire and fell, mortally wounded. By his exceptional fortitude,inspiring initiative and self-sacrificing efforts, HC Hammond undoubtedly savedthe lives of many marines. His great personal valor in the face of overwhelmingodds enhances and sustains the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. Hegallantly gave his life for his country.

*HAMMOND, LESTER, JR.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company A, 187th AirborneRegimental Combat Team. Place and date: Near Kumwha, Korea, 14 August 1952.Entered service at: Quincy, Ill. Born: 25 March 1931, Wayland, Mo. G.O. No.: 63,17 August 1953. Citation: Cpl. Hammond, a radio operator with Company A,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Cpl. Hammond was a memberof a 6 man reconnaissance patrol which had penetrated approximately 3,500 yardsinto enemy-held territory. Ambushed and partially surrounded by a large hostileforce, the small group opened fire, then quickly withdrew up a narrow ravine insearch of protective cover. Despite a wound sustained in the initial exchange offire and imminent danger of being overrun by the numerically superior foe, herefused to seek shelter and, remaining in an exposed place, called for artilleryfire to support a defensive action. Constantly vulnerable to enemy observationand action, he coordinated and directed crippling fire on the assailants,inflicting heavy casualties and repulsing several attempts to overrun friendlypositions. Although wounded a second time, he remained steadfast and maintainedhis stand until mortally wounded. His indomitable fighting spirit set aninspiring example of valor to his comrades and, through his actions, theonslaught was stemmed, enabling a friendly platoon to reach the beleagueredpatrol, evacuate the wounded, and effect a safe withdrawal to friendly lines.Cpl. Hammond's unflinching courage and consummate devotion to duty reflectlasting glory on himself and uphold the finest traditions of the militaryservice .

*HANDRICH, MELVIN O.

Master Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 5th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Near Sobuk San Mountain, Korea, 25 and 26 August 1950.Entered service at: Manawa, Wis. Born: 26 January 1919, Manawa, Wis. G.O. No.:60, 2 August 1951. Citation: M/Sgt. Handrich, Company C, distinguished himselfby conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. His company was engaged in repulsing an estimated 150 enemy who werethreatening to overrun its position. Near midnight on 25 August, a hostile groupover 100 strong attempted to infiltrate the company perimeter. M/Sgt. Handrich,despite the heavy enemy fire, voluntarily left the comparative safety of thedefensive area and moved to a forward position where he could direct mortar andartillery fire upon the advancing enemy. He remained at this post for 8 hoursdirecting fire against the enemy who often approached to within 50 feet of hisposition. Again, on the morning of 26 August, another strong hostile force madean attempt to overrun the company's position. With complete disregard for hissafety, M/Sgt. Handrich rose to his feet and from this exposed position firedhis rifle and directed mortar and artillery fire on the attackers. At the peakof this action he observed elements of his company preparing to withdraw. Heperilously made his way across fire-swept terrain to the defense area where, byexample and forceful leadership, he reorganized the men to continue the fight.During the action M/Sgt. Handrich was severely wounded. Refusing to take coveror be evacuated, he returned to his forward position and continued to direct thecompany's fire. Later a determined enemy attack overran M/Sgt. Handrich'sposition and he was mortally wounded. When the position was retaken, over 70enemy dead were counted in the area he had so intrepidly defended. M/Sgt.Handrich's sustained personal bravery, consummate courage, and gallantself-sacrifice reflect untold glory upon himself and the heroic traditions ofthe military service.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company F, 31stInfantry Regiment. Place and date: Near Pachi-dong, Korea, 7 June 1951. Enteredservice at: Galveston, Tex. Born: 18 September 1930, Escaptawpa, Miss. G.O. No.:15, 1 February 1952. Citation: Pfc. Hanson, a machine gunner with the 1stPlatoon, Company F, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in actionagainst an armed enemy of the United Nations. The company, in defensivepositions on two strategic hills separated by a wide saddle, was ruthlesslyattacked at approximately 0300 hours, the brunt of which centered on theapproach to the divide within range of Pfc. Hanson's machinegun. In the initialphase of the action, 4 riflemen were wounded and evacuated and the numericallysuperior enemy, advancing under cover of darkness, infiltrated and posed animminent threat to the security of the command post and weapons platoon. Uponorders to move to key terrain above and to the right of Pfc. Hanson's position,he voluntarily remained to provide protective fire for the withdrawal.Subsequent to the retiring elements fighting a rearguard action to the newlocation, it was learned that Pfc. Hanson's assistant gunner and 3 riflemen hadbeen wounded and had crawled to safety, and that he was maintaining a lone-mandefense. After the 1st Platoon reorganized, counterattacked, and resecured itsoriginal positions at approximately 0530 hours, Pfc. Hanson's body was foundIying in front of his emplacement, his machinegun ammunition expended, his emptypistol in his right hand, and a machete with blood on the blade in his lefthand, and approximately 22 enemy dead lay in the wake of his action. Pfc.Hanson's consummate valor, inspirational conduct, and willing self-sacrificeenabled the company to contain the enemy and regain the commanding ground, andreflect lasting glory on himself and the noble traditions of the militaryservice.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Battery A, 15th FieldArtillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kobangsan-ni,Korea, 27 August 1951. Entered service at: Danbury, Conn. Birth: Philadelphia,Pa. G.O. No.: 16, 1 February 1952. Citation: 1st. Lt. Hartell, a member ofBattery A, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armedenemy of the United Nations. During the darkness of early morning, the enemylaunched a ruthless attack against friendly positions on a rugged mountainousridge. 1st Lt. Hartell, attached to Company B, 9th Infantry Regiment, as forwardobserver, quickly moved his radio to an exposed vantage on the ridge line toadjust defensive fires. Realizing the tactical advantage of illuminating thearea of approach, he called for flares and then directed crippling fire into theonrushing assailants. At this juncture a large force of hostile troops swarmedup the slope in banzai charge and came within 10 yards of 1st Lt. Hartell'sposition. 1st Lt. Hartell sustained a severe hand wound in the ensuing encounterbut grasped the microphone with his other hand and maintained his magnificentstand until the front and left flank of the company were protected by a close-inwall of withering fire, causing the fanatical foe to disperse and fall backmomentarily. After the numerically superior enemy overran an outpost and wasclosing on his position, 1st Lt. Hartell, in a final radio call, urged thefriendly elements to fire both batteries continuously. Although mortallywounded, 1st Lt. Hartell's intrepid actions contributed significantly tostemming the onslaught and enabled his company to maintain the strategicstrongpoint. His consummate valor and unwavering devotion to duty reflectlasting glory on himself and uphold the noble traditions of the militaryservice.

Captain, U.S. Army, Company C, 17th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Vicinity of Taemi-Dong, Korea, 9 March 1951. Enteredservice at: Pasadena, Calif. Born: 1 March 1920 Ford City, Pa. G.O. No.: 67, 2August 1951. Citation: Capt. Harvey Company C, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. When his company was pinned down by a barrage of automatic weapons firefrom numerous well-entrenched emplacements, imperiling accomplishment of itsmission, Capt. Harvey braved a hail of fire and exploding grenades to advance tothe first enemy machinegun nest, killing its crew with grenades. Rushing to theedge of the next emplacement, he killed its crew with carbine fire. He thenmoved the 1st Platoon forward until it was again halted by a curtain ofautomatic fire from wellfortified hostile positions. Disregarding the hail offire, he personally charged and neutralized a third emplacement. Miraculouslyescaping death from intense crossfire, Capt. Harvey continued to lead theassault. Spotting an enemy pillbox well camouflaged by logs, he moved closeenough to sweep the emplacement with carbine fire and throw grenades through theopenings, annihilating its 5 occupants. Though wounded he then turned to orderthe company forward, and, suffering agonizing pain, he continued to direct thereduction of the remaining hostile positions, refusing evacuation until assuredthat the mission would be accomplished. Capt. Harvey's valorous and intrepidactions served as an inspiration to his company, reflecting the utmost gloryupon himself and upholding the heroic traditions of the military service.

*HENRY, FREDERICK F.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company F, 38th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Vicinity of Am-Dong, Korea, 1 September 1950. Enteredservice at: Clinton, Okla. Birth: Vian, Okla. G.O. No.: 8, 16 February 1951.Citation: 1st Lt. Henry, Company F, distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action. Hisplatoon was holding a strategic ridge near the town when they were attacked by asuperior enemy force, supported by heavy mortar and artillery fire. Seeing hisplatoon disorganized by this fanatical assault, he left his foxhole and movingalong the line ordered his men to stay in place and keep firing. Encouraged bythis heroic action the platoon reformed a defensive line and rained devastatingfire on the enemy, checking its advance. Enemy fire had knocked out allcommunications and 1st Lt. Henry was unable to determine whether or not the mainline of resistance was altered to this heavy attack. On his own initiative,although severely wounded, he decided to hold his position as long as possibleand ordered the wounded evacuated and their weapons and ammunition brought tohim. Establishing a l-man defensive position, he ordered the platoon'swithdrawal and despite his wound and with complete disregard for himselfremained behind to cover the movement. When last seen he was single-handedlyfiring all available weapons so effectively that he caused an estimated 50 enemycasualties. His ammunition was soon expended and his position overrun, but thisintrepid action saved the platoon and halted the enemy's advance until the mainline of resistance was prepared to throw back the attack. 1st Lt. Henry'soutstanding gallantry and noble self-sacrifice above and beyond the call of dutyreflect the highest honor on him and are in keeping with the esteemed traditionsof the U.S. Army.

HERNANDEZ, RODOLFO P.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company G, 187th AirborneRegimental Combat Team. Place and date: Near Wontong-ni, Korea, 31 May 1951.Entered service at: Fowler, Calif. Born: 14 April 1931, Colton, Calif. G.O. No.:40, 21 April 1962. Citation: Cpl. Hernandez, a member of Company G,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. His platoon, in defensivepositions on Hill 420, came under ruthless attack by a numerically superior andfanatical hostile force, accompanied by heavy artillery, mortar, and machinegunfire which inflicted numerous casualties on the platoon. His comrades wereforced to withdraw due to lack of ammunition but Cpl. Hernandez, althoughwounded in an exchange of grenades, continued to deliver deadly fire into theranks of the onrushing assailants until a ruptured cartridge rendered his rifleinoperative. Immediately leaving his position, Cpl. Hernandez rushed the enemyarmed only with rifle and bayonet. Fearlessly engaging the foe, he killed 6 ofthe enemy before falling unconscious from grenade, bayonet, and bullet woundsbut his heroic action momentarily halted the enemy advance and enabled his unitto counterattack and retake the lost ground. The indomitable fighting spirit,outstanding courage, and tenacious devotion to duty clearly demonstrated by Cpl.Hernandez reflect the highest credit upon himself, the infantry, and the U.S.Army.

HUDNER, THOMAS JEROME, JR.

Lieutenant (j.g.) U.S. Navy, pilot in FighterSquadron 32, attached to U.S.S. Leyte. Place and date: Chosin Reservoir area ofKorea, 4 December 1950. Entered service at: Fall River, Mass. Born: 31 August1924, Fall River, Mass. Citation. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity atthe risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a pilot in FighterSquadron 32, while attempting to rescue a squadron mate whose plane struck byantiaircraft fire and trailing smoke, was forced down behind enemy lines.Quickly maneuvering to circle the downed pilot and protect him from enemy troopsinfesting the area, Lt. (j.g.) Hudner risked his life to save the injured flierwho was trapped alive in the burning wreckage. Fully aware of the extreme dangerin landing on the rough mountainous terrain and the scant hope of escape orsurvival in subzero temperature, he put his plane down skillfully in adeliberate wheels-up landing in the presence of enemy troops. With his barehands, he packed the fuselage with snow to keep the flames away from the pilotand struggled to pull him free. Unsuccessful in this, he returned to his crashedaircraft and radioed other airborne planes, requesting that a helicopter bedispatched with an ax and fire extinguisher. He then remained on the spotdespite the continuing danger from enemy action and, with the assistance of therescue pilot, renewed a desperate but unavailing battle against time, cold, andflames. Lt. (j.g.) Hudner's exceptionally valiant action and selfless devotionto a shipmate sustain and enhance the highest traditions of the U.S. NavalService.

INGMAN, EINAR H., JR.

Sergeant (then Cpl.), U.S. Army, Company E, 17thInfantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Maltari, Korea,26 February 1951. Entered service at: Tomahawk, Wis. Born: 6 October 1929,Milwaukee, Wis. G.O. No.: 68, 2 August 1951. Citation: Sgt. Ingman, a member ofCompany E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity aboveand beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. The 2 leading squads ofthe assault platoon of his company, while attacking a strongly fortified ridgeheld by the enemy, were pinned down by withering fire and both squad leaders andseveral men were wounded. Cpl. Ingman assumed command, reorganized and combined the 2 squads, then moved from 1 position to another, designating fields of fire and giving advice and encouragement to the men. Locating an enemy machinegunposition that was raking his men with devastating fire he charged it alone,threw a grenade into the position, and killed the remaining crew with riflefire. Another enemy machinegun opened fire approximately 15 yards away andinflicted additional casualties to the group and stopped the attack. When Cpl.Ingman charged the second position he was hit by grenade fragments and a hail offire which seriously wounded him about the face and neck and knocked him to theground. With incredible courage and stamina, he arose instantly and, using onlyhis rifle, killed the entire guncrew before falling unconscious from his wounds.As a result of the singular action by Cpl. Ingman the defense of the enemy wasbroken, his squad secured its objective, and more than 100 hostile troopsabandoned their weapons and fled in disorganized retreat. Cpl. Ingman'sindomitable courage, extraordinary heroism, and superb leadership reflect thehighest credit on himself and are in keeping with the esteemed traditions of theinfantry and the U.S. Army.

*JECELIN, WILLIAM R.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 35th InfantryRegiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Saga, Korea, 19 September1950. Entered service at: Baltimore, Md. Birth: Baltimore, Md. G.O. No.: 24, 25April 1951. Citation: Sgt. Jecelin, Company C, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and Intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction against the enemy. His company was ordered to secure a prominent,sawtoothed ridge from a well-entrenched and heavily armed enemy. Unable tocapture the objective in the first attempt, a frontal and flanking assault waslaunched. He led his platoon through heavy enemy fire and bursting shells,across ricefields and rocky terrain, in direct frontal attack on the ridge inorder to draw fire away from the flanks. The unit advanced to the base of thecliff, where intense, accurate hostile fire stopped the attack. Realizing thatan assault was the only solution, Sgt. Jecelin rose from his position firing hisrifle and throwing grenades as he called on his men to follow him. Despite theintense enemy fire this attack carried to the crest of the ridge where the menwere forced to take cover. Again he rallied his men and stormed the enemystrongpoint. With fixed bayonets they charged into the face of antitank fire andengaged the enemy in hand-to-hand combat. After clubbing and slashing this forceinto submission the platoon was forced to take cover from direct frontal fire ofa self-propelled gun. Refusing to be stopped he leaped to his feet and throughsheer personal courage and fierce determination led his men in a new attack. Atthis instant a well-camouflaged enemy soldier threw a grenade at the remainingmembers of the platoon. He immediately lunged and covered the grenade with hisbody, absorbing the full force of the explosion to save those around him. Thisincredible courage and willingness to sacrifice himself for his comrades soimbued them with fury that they completely eliminated the enemy force. Sgt.Jecelin's heroic leadership and outstanding gallantry reflect the highest creditupon himself and uphold the esteemed traditions of the military service.

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company J, 3d Battalion,7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Yudam-ni, Korea, 2December 1950 (declared missing in action on 2 December 1950, and killed inaction as of 2 November 1953). Entered service at: Washington, D.C. Born: 1January 1926, Pocatello, Idaho. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a squad leader in a provisional rifle platoon composed ofartillerymen and attached to Company J, in action against enemy aggressorforces. Vastly outnumbered by a well-entrenched and cleverly concealed enemyforce wearing the uniforms of friendly troops and attacking his platoon's openand unconcealed positions, Sgt. Johnson unhesitatingly took charge of hisplatoon in the absence of the leader and, exhibiting great personal valor in theface of a heavy barrage of hostile fire, coolly proceeded to move about amonghis men, shouting words of encouragement and inspiration and skillfullydirecting their fire. Ordered to displace his platoon during the fire fight, heimmediately placed himself in an extremely hazardous position from which hecould provide covering fire for his men. Fully aware that his voluntary actionmeant either certain death or capture to himself, he courageously continued toprovide effective cover for his men and was last observed in a wounded conditionsingle-handedly engaging enemy troops in close handgrenade and hand-to-handfighting. By his valiant and inspiring leadership, Sgt. Johnson was directlyresponsible for the successful completion of the platoon's displacement and thesaving of many lives. His dauntless fighting spirit and unfaltering devotion toduty in the face of terrific odds reflect the highest credit upon himself andthe U.S. Naval Service.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company K 21stInfantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kumsong, Korea,15 November 1951. Entered service at: Collins, Miss Born: 8 December 1928,Collins, Miss. G.O. No.: 3, 8 January 1953 Citation: Pfc. Jordan, a member ofCompany K, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitablecourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. As asquad leader of the 3d Platoon, he was participating in a night attack on keyterrain against a fanatical hostile force when the advance was halted by intensesmall-arms and automatic-weapons fire and a vicious barrage of handgrenades.Upon orders for the platoon to withdraw and reorganize, Pfc. Jordan voluntarilyremained behind to provide covering fire. Crawling toward an enemy machinegunemplacement, he threw 3 grenades and neutralized the gun. He then rushed theposition delivering a devastating hail of fire, killing several of the enemy andforcing the remainder to fall back to new positions. He courageously attemptedto move forward to silence another machinegun but, before he could leave hisposition, the ruthless foe hurled explosives down the hill and in the ensuingblast both legs were severed. Despite mortal wounds, he continued to deliverdeadly fire and held off the assailants until the platoon returned. Pfc.Jordan's unflinching courage and gallant self-sacrifice reflect lasting gloryupon himself and uphold the noble traditions of the infantry and the militaryservice.

Private, U.S. Army, Company I, 35th InfantryRegiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Pyongyang, Korea, 7September 1951. Entered service at: Poplar Bluff, Mo. Born: 26 June 1931, PoplarBluff, Mo. G.O. No.: 57, 13 June 1952. Citation: Pvt. Kanell, a member ofCompany I, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Anumerically superior hostile force had launched a fanatical assault againstfriendly positions, supported by mortar and artillery fire, when Pvt. Kanellstood in his emplacement exposed to enemy observation and action and deliveredaccurate fire into the ranks of the assailants. An enemy grenade was hurled intohis emplacement and Pvt. Kanell threw himself upon the grenade, absorbing theblast with his body to protect 2 of his comrades from serious injury andpossible death. A few seconds later another grenade was thrown into theemplacement and, although seriously wounded by the first missile, he summonedhis waning strength to roll toward the second grenade and used his body as ashield to again protect his comrades. He was mortally wounded as a result of hisheroic actions. His indomitable courage, sustained fortitude againstoverwhelming odds, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect the highest credit uponhimself, the infantry, and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company G, 9thInfantry Regiment. Place and date: Near Yongsan, Korea, 4 and 5 September 1950.Entered service at: The Dalles, Oreg. Born: 27 July 1923, The Dalles, Oreg. G.O.No.: 61, 2 August 1951. Citation: Sfc. Kaufman distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. On the night of 4 September the company was in a defensive position on 2adjoining hills. His platoon was occupying a strong point 2 miles awayprotecting the battalion flank. Early on 5 September the company was attacked byan enemy battalion and his platoon was ordered to reinforce the company. As hisunit moved along a ridge it encountered a hostile encircling force. Sfc.Kaufman, running forward, bayoneted the lead scout and engaged the column in arifle and grenade assault. His quick Vicious attack so surprised the enemy thatthey retreated in confusion. When his platoon joined the company he discoveredthat the enemy had taken commanding ground and pinned the company down in adraw. Without hesitation Sfc. Kaufman charged the enemy lines firing his rifleand throwing grenades. During the action, he bayoneted 2 enemy and seizing anunmanned machinegun, delivered deadly fire on the defenders. Following thisencounter the company regrouped and resumed the attack. Leading the assault hereached the ridge, destroyed a hostile machinegun position, and routed theremaining enemy. Pursuing the hostile troops he bayoneted 2 more and then rusheda mortar position shooting the gunners. Remnants of the enemy fled to a villageand Sfc. Kaufman led a patrol into the town, dispersed them, and burned thebuildings. The dauntless courage and resolute intrepid leadership of Sfc.Kaufman were directly responsible for the success of his company in regainingits positions, reflecting distinct credit upon himself and upholding theesteemed traditions of the military service.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company C,1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea,28 May 1952. Entered service at: Homestead, Pa. Born: 8 July 1928, Youngstown,Ohio. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of hislife above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a radio operator ofCompany C, in action against enemy aggressor forces. With his platoon pinneddown by a numerically superior enemy force employing intense mortar, artillery,small-arms and grenade fire, Pfc. Kelly requested permission to leave his radioin the care of another man and to participate in an assault on enemy keypositions. Fearlessly charging forward in the face of a murderous hail ofmachinegun fire and handgrenades, he initiated a daring attack against a hostilestrongpoint and personally neutralized the position, killing 2 of the enemy.Unyielding in the fact of heavy odds, he continued forward and single-handedlyassaulted a machinegun bunker. Although painfully wounded, he bravely chargedthe bunker and destroyed it, killing 3 of the enemy. Courageously continuing his1-man assault, he again stormed forward in a valiant attempt to wipe out a thirdbunker and boldly delivered pointblank fire into the aperture of the hostileemplacement. Mortally wounded by enemy fire while carrying out this heroicaction, Pfc. Kelly, by his great personal valor and aggressive fighting spirit,inspired his comrades to sweep on, overrun and secure the objective. Hisextraordinary heroism in the face of almost certain death reflects the highestcredit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. NavalService. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*KELSO, JACK WILLIAM

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company I, 3dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 2October 1952. Entered service at: Caruthers, Calif. Born: 23 January 1934,Madera, Calif. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the riskof his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a rifleman ofCompany I, in action against enemy aggressor forces. When both the platooncommander and the platoon sergeant became casualties during the defense of avital outpost against a numerically superior enemy force attacking at nightunder cover of intense small-arms, grenade, and mortar fire, Pfc. Kelso bravelyexposed himself to the hail of enemy fire in a determined effort to reorganizethe unit and to repel the onrushing attackers. Forced to seek cover, along with4 other marines, in a nearby bunker which immediately came under attack, heunhesitatingly picked up an enemy grenade which landed in the shelter, rushedout into the open and hurled it back at the enemy. Although painfully woundedwhen the grenade exploded as it left his hand, and again forced to seek theprotection of the bunker when the hostile fire became more intensified Pfc.Kelso refused to remain in his position of comparative safety and moved out intothe fire-swept area to return the enemy fire, thereby permitting the pinned-downmarines in the bunker to escape. Mortally wounded while providing covering firefor his comrades, Pfc. Kelso, by his valiant fighting spirit, aggressivedetermination, and self-sacrificing efforts in behalf of others, served toinspire all who observed him. His heroic actions sustain and enhance the highesttraditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

KENNEMORE, ROBERT S.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company E, 2dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division ( Rein ). Place and date: North ofYudam-ni, Korea, 27 and 28 November 1950. Entered service at: Greenville, S.C.Born: 21 June 1920, Greenville, S.C. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as leaderof a machinegun section in Company E, in action against enemy aggressor forces.With the company's defensive perimeter overrun by a numerically superior hostileforce during a savage night attack north of Yudam-ni and his platoon commanderseriously wounded, S/Sgt. Kennemore unhesitatingly assumed command, quicklyreorganized the unit and directed the men in consolidating the position. When anenemy grenade landed in the midst of a machinegun squad, he bravely placed hisfoot on the missile and, in the face of almost certain death, personallyabsorbed the full force of the explosion to prevent injury to his fellowmarines. By his indomitable courage, outstanding leadership and selfless effortsin behalf of his comrades, S/Sgt. Kennemore was greatly instrumental in drivingthe enemy from the area and upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. NavalService.

Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Navy, attached to duty as amedical corpsman with a Marine rifle company in the 1st Marine Division. Placeand date: Korea, 13 August 1952. Entered service at: Houston, Tex. Born: 15August 1930, Highland Park, Ill. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in actionagainst enemy aggressor forces. With his company engaged in defending a vitallyimportant hill position well forward of the main line of resistance during anassault by large concentrations of hostile troops, HC Kilmer repeatedly bravedintense enemy mortar, artillery, and sniper fire to move from 1 position toanother, administering aid to the wounded and expediting their evacuation.Painfully wounded himself when struck by mortar fragments while moving to theaid of a casualty, he persisted in his efforts and inched his way to the side ofthe stricken marine through a hail of enemy shells falling around him. Undauntedby the devastating hostile fire, he skillfully administered first aid to hiscomrade and, as another mounting barrage of enemy fire shattered the immediatearea, unhesitatingly shielded the wounded man with his body. Mortally wounded byflying shrapnel while carrying out this heroic action, HC Kilmer, by his greatpersonal valor and gallant spirit of self-sacrifice in saving the life of acomrade, served to inspire all who observed him. His unyielding devotion to dutyin the face of heavy odds reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhancesthe finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life foranother.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company F, 7thInfantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kowang-San, Korea,23 and 24 November 1951. Entered service at: Jefferson, S.C. Born: 27 October1929, Chesterfield County, S.C. G.O. No.: 2, 7 January 1953. Citation: Pfc.Knight, a member of Company F, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantryand indomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. He occupied a key position in the defense perimeter when waves of enemytroops passed through their own artillery and mortar concentrations and chargedthe company position. Two direct hits from an enemy emplacement demolished hisbunker and wounded him. Disregarding personal safety, he moved to a shallowdepression for a better firing vantage. Unable to deliver effective fire fromhis defilade position, he left his shelter, moved through heavy fire in fullview of the enemy and, firing into the ranks of the relentless assailants,inflicted numerous casualties, momentarily stemming the attack. Later duringanother vicious onslaught, he observed an enemy squad infiltrating the positionand, counterattacking, killed or wounded the entire group. Expending the last ofhis ammunition, he discovered 3 enemy soldiers entering the friendly positionwith demolition charges. Realizing the explosives would enable the enemy toexploit the breach, he fearlessly rushed forward and disabled 2 assailants withthe butt of his rifle when the third exploded a demolition charge killing the 3enemy soldiers and mortally wounding Pfc. Knight. Pfc. Knight's supremesacrifice and consummate devotion to duty reflect lasting glory on himself anduphold the noble traditions of the military service.

*KOELSCH, JOHN KELVIN.

Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, Navy helicopter rescueunit. Place and date: North Korea, 3 July 1951. Entered service at: Los Angeles,Calif. Birth: London, England. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving with a Navy helicopter rescue unit. Although darkness was rapidlyapproaching when information was received that a marine aviator had been shotdown and was trapped by the enemy in mountainous terrain deep in hostileterritory, Lt. (j.g.) Koelsch voluntarily flew a helicopter to the reportedposition of the downed airman in an attempt to effect a rescue. With an almostsolid overcast concealing everything below the mountain peaks, he descended inhis unarmed and vulnerable aircraft without the accompanying fighter escort toan extremely low altitude beneath the cloud level and began a systematic search.Despite the increasingly intense enemy fire, which struck his helicopter on 1occasion, he persisted in his mission until he succeeded in locating the downedpilot, who was suffering from serious burns on the arms and legs. While thevictim was being hoisted into the aircraft, it was struck again by an accurateburst of hostile fire and crashed on the side of the mountain. Quicklyextricating his crewmen and the aviator from the wreckage, Lt. (j.g.) Koelschled them from the vicinity in an effort to escape from hostile troops, evadingthe enemy forces for 9 days and rendering such medical attention as possible tohis severely burned companion until all were captured. Up to the time of hisdeath while still a captive of the enemy, Lt. (j.g.) Koelsch steadfastly refusedto aid his captors in any manner and served to inspire his fellow prisoners byhis fortitude and consideration for others. His great personal valor and heroicspirit of self-sacrifice throughout sustain and enhance the finest traditions ofthe U.S. Naval Service.

Master Sergeant (then Sfc.) U.S. Army, Company A, 72dTank Battalion. Place and date: Vicinity of Agok, Korea, 31 August and 1September 1950. Entered service at: Dwight, Nebr. Born: 23 November 1919,Dwight, Nebr. G.O. No.: 38, 4 June 1951. Citation: M/Sgt. Kouma, a tankcommander in Company A, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in actionagainst the enemy. His unit was engaged in supporting infantry elements on theNaktong River front. Near midnight on 31 August, a hostile force estimated at500 crossed the river and launched a fierce attack against the infantrypositions, inflicting heavy casualties. A withdrawal was ordered and his armoredunit was given the mission of covering the movement until a secondary positioncould be established. The enemy assault overran 2 tanks, destroyed 1 and forcedanother to withdraw. Suddenly M/Sgt. Kouma discovered that his tank was the onlyobstacle in the path of the hostile onslaught. Holding his ground, he gave fireorders to his crew and remained in position throughout the night, fighting offrepeated enemy attacks. During 1 fierce assault, the enemy surrounded his tankand he leaped from the armored turret, exposing himself to a hail of hostilefire, manned the .50 caliber machinegun mounted on the rear deck, and deliveredpointblank fire into the fanatical foe. His machinegun emptied, he fired hispistol and threw grenades to keep the enemy from his tank. After more than 9hours of constant combat and close-in fighting, he withdrew his vehicle tofriendly lines. During the withdrawal through 8 miles of hostile territory,M/Sgt. Kouma continued to inflict casualties upon the enemy and exhausted hisammunition in destroying 3 hostile machinegun positions. During this action,M/Sgt. Kouma killed an estimated 250 enemy soldiers. His magnificent standallowed the infantry sufficient time to reestablish defensive positions.Rejoining his company, although suffering intensely from his wounds, heattempted to resupply his tank and return to the battle area. While beingevacuated for medical treatment, his courage was again displayed when herequested to return to the front. M/Sgt. Kouma's superb leadership, heroism, andintense devotion to duty reflect the highest credit on himself and uphold theesteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.

*KRZYZOWSKI, EDWARD C.

Captain, U.S. Army, Company B, 9th Infantry Regiment,2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Tondul, Korea, from 31 August to 3September 1951. Entered service at: Cicero, Ill. Born: 16 January 1914, Chicago,Ill. G.O. No.: 56, 12 June 1952. Citation: Capt. Krzyzowski, distinguishedhimself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above and beyond thecall of duty in action against the enemy as commanding officer of Company B.Spearheading an assault against strongly defended Hill 800, his company cameunder vicious crossfire and grenade attack from enemy bunkers. Creeping up thefire-swept hill, he personally eliminated 1 bunker with his grenades and wipedout a second with carbine fire. Forced to retire to more tenable positions forthe night, the company, led by Capt. Krzyzowski, resumed the attack thefollowing day, gaining several hundred yards and inflicting numerous casualties.Overwhelmed by the numerically superior hostile force, he ordered his men toevacuate the wounded and move back. Providing protective fire for their safewithdrawal, he was wounded again by grenade fragments, but refused evacuationand continued to direct the defense. On 3 September, he led his valiant unit inanother assault which overran several hostile positions, but again the companywas pinned down by murderous fire. Courageously advancing alone to an open knollto plot mortar concentrations against the hill, he was killed instantly by anenemy sniper's fire. Capt. Krzyzowski's consummate fortitude, heroic leadership,and gallant self-sacrifice, so clearly demonstrated throughout 3 days of bittercombat, reflect the highest credit and lasting glory on himself, the infantry,and the U.S. Army.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company K, 7th InfantryRegiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kamil-ni, Korea, 16February 1951. Entered service at: Racine, W. Va. Born: 1 June 1918, Jenkins,Ky. G.O. No.: 17, 1 February 1952. Citation: 2d Lt. Kyle, distinguished himselfby conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction against the enemy. When his platoon had been pinned down by intense fire,he completely exposed himself to move among and encourage his men to continuethe advance against enemy forces strongly entrenched on Hill 185. Inspired byhis courageous leadership, the platoon resumed the advance but was again pinneddown when an enemy machinegun opened fire, wounding 6 of the men. 2d Lt. Kyleimmediately charged the hostile emplacement alone, engaged the crew inhand-to-hand combat, killing all 3. Continuing on toward the objective, hisplatoon suddenly received an intense automatic-weapons fire from awell-concealed hostile position on its right flank. Again leading his men in adaring bayonet charge against this position, firing his carbine and throwinggrenades, 2d Lt. Kyle personally destroyed 4 of the enemy before he was killedby a burst from an enemy submachinegun. The extraordinary heroism andoutstanding leadership of 2d Lt. Kyle, and his gallant self-sacrifice, reflectthe highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with the esteemed traditionsof the military service.

Master Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company I, 23d InfantryRegiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Ip-ori, Korea, 1 February1951. Entered service at: Leland, Miss. Born: 2 February 1915, Arburg, Mo. G.O.No.: 21, 5 February 1952. Citation: M/Sgt. Lee, a member of Company I,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. When his platoon was forced fromits position by a numerically superior enemy force, and his platoon leaderwounded, M/Sgt. Lee assumed command, regrouped the remnants of his unit, and ledthem in repeated assaults to regain the position. Within 25 yards of hisobjective he received a leg wound from grenade fragments, but refused assistanceand continued the attack. Although forced to withdraw 5 times, each time heregrouped his remaining men and renewed the assault. Moving forward at the headof his small group in the fifth attempt, he was struck by an exploding grenade,knocked to the ground, and seriously wounded in both legs. Still refusingassistance, he advanced by crawling, rising to his knees to fire, and urging hismen to follow. While thus directing the final assault he was wounded a thirdtime, by small-arms fire. Persistently continuing to crawl forward, he directedhis men in a final and successful attack which regained the vital objective. Hisintrepid leadership and determination led to the destruction of 83 of the enemyand withdrawal of the remainder, and was a vital factor in stopping the enemyattack. M/Sgt. Lee's indomitable courage, consummate valor, and outstandingleadership reflect the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with thefinest traditions of the infantry and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 3d Engineer CombatBattalion, 24th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Taejon, Korea, 20 July1950. Entered service at: Waterbury, Conn. Birth: Bridgton, Maine. G.O. No.: 62,2 August 1951. Citation: Sgt. Libby distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action. Whilebreaking through an enemy encirclement, the vehicle in which he was ridingapproached an enemy roadblock and encountered devastating fire which disabledthe truck, killing or wounding all the passengers except Sgt. Libby. Takingcover in a ditch Sgt. Libby engaged the enemy and despite the heavy fire crossedthe road twice to administer aid to his wounded comrades. He then hailed apassing M-5 artillery tractor and helped the wounded aboard. The enemy directedintense small-arms fire at the driver, and Sgt. Libby, realizing that no oneelse could operate the vehicle, placed himself between the driver and the enemythereby shielding him while he returned the fire. During this action he receivedseveral wounds in the arms and body. Continuing through the town the tractormade frequent stops and Sgt. Libby helped more wounded aboard. Refusing firstaid, he continued to shield the driver and return the fire of the enemy whenanother roadblock was encountered. Sgt. Libby received additional wounds butheld his position until he lost consciousness. Sgt. Libby's sustained, heroicactions enabled his comrades to reach friendly lines. His dauntless courage andgallant self-sacrifice reflect the highest credit upon himself and uphold theesteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.

*LITTLETON, HERBERT A.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve,Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Chungchon, Korea, 22 April 1951. Entered service at: Blackhawk, S. Dak.Born: 1 July 1930, Mena, Ark. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a radio operator with an artillery forward observation team ofCompany C, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Standing watch when awell-concealed and numerically superior enemy force launched a violent nightattack from nearby positions against his company, Pfc. Littleton quickly alertedthe forward observation team and immediately moved into an advantageous positionto assist in calling down artillery fire on the hostile force. When an enemyhandgrenade was thrown into his vantage point shortly after the arrival of theremainder of the team, he unhesitatingly hurled himself on the deadly missile,absorbing its full, shattering impact in his body. By his prompt action andheroic spirit of self-sacrifice, he saved the other members of his team fromserious injury or death and enabled them to carry on the vital mission whichculminated in the repulse of the hostile attack. His indomitable valor in theface of almost certain death reflects the highest credit upon Pfc. Littleton andthe U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company M, 38th InfantryRegiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Hoengsong, Korea, 12February 1951. Entered service at: Kansas City, Mo. Born: 10 December 1923,Kansas City, Mo. G.O. No.: 18, 1 February 1952. Citation: Sgt. Long, a member ofCompany M, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity aboveand beyond the call of duty in action against an armed enemy of the UnitedNations. When Company M, in a defensive perimeter on Hill 300, was viciouslyattacked by a numerically superior hostile force at approximately 0300 hours andordered to withdraw, Sgt. Long, a forward observer for the mortar platoon,voluntarily remained at his post to provide cover by directing mortar fire onthe enemy. Maintaining radio contact with his platoon, Sgt. Long coolly directedaccurate mortar fire on the advancing foe. He continued firing his carbine andthrowing handgrenades until his position was surrounded and he was mortallywounded. Sgt. Long's inspirational, valorous action halted the onslaught,exacted a heavy toll of enemy casualties, and enabled his company to withdraw,reorganize, counterattack, and regain the hill strongpoint. His unflinchingcourage and noble self-sacrifice reflect the highest credit on himself and arein keeping with the honored traditions of the military service.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company A, 1stBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: DuringInchon invasion in Korea, 15 September 1950. Entered service at: Tampa, Fla.Born: 23 August 1925, Tampa, Fla. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as amarine platoon commander of Company A, in action against enemy aggressor forces.With his platoon 1st Lt. Lopez was engaged in the reduction of immediate enemybeach defenses after landing with the assault waves. Exposing himself to hostilefire, he moved forward alongside a bunker and prepared to throw a handgrenadeinto the next pillbox whose fire was pinning down that sector of the beach.Taken under fire by an enemy automatic weapon and hit in the right shoulder andchest as he lifted his arm to throw, he fell backward and dropped the deadlymissile. After a moment, he turned and dragged his body forward in an effort toretrieve the grenade and throw it. In critical condition from pain and loss ofblood, and unable to grasp the handgrenade firmly enough to hurl it, he chose tosacrifice himself rather than endanger the lives of his men and, with a sweepingmotion of his wounded right arm, cradled the grenade under him and absorbed thefull impact of the explosion. His exceptional courage, fortitude, and devotionto duty reflect the highest credit upon 1st Lt. Lopez and the U.S. NavalService. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*LORING, CHARLES J., JR.

Major, U.S. Air Force, 80th Fighter-Bomber Squadron,8th Fighter-Bomber Wing. Place and date: Near Sniper Ridge, North Korea, 22November 1952. Entered service at: Portland, Maine. Born: 2 October 1918,Portland, Maine. Citation: Maj. Loring distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty. While leading a flight of 4 F-80 type aircraft on a close support mission,Maj. Loring was briefed by a controller to dive-bomb enemy gun positions whichwere harassing friendly ground troops. After verifying the location of thetarget, Maj. Loring rolled into his dive bomb run. Throughout the run, extremelyaccurate ground fire was directed on his aircraft. Disregarding the accuracy andintensity of the ground fire, Maj. Loring aggressively continued to press theattack until his aircraft was hit. At approximately 4,000 feet, he deliberatelyaltered his course and aimed his diving aircraft at active gun emplacementsconcentrated on a ridge northwest of the briefed target, turned his aircraft 45degrees to the left, pulled up in a deliberate, controlled maneuver, and electedto sacrifice his life by diving his aircraft directly into the midst of theenemy emplacements. His selfless and heroic action completely destroyed theenemy gun emplacement and eliminated a dangerous threat to United Nations groundforces. Maj. Loring's noble spirit, superlative courage, and conspicuousself-sacrifice in inflicting maximum damage on the enemy exemplified valor ofthe highest degree and his actions were in keeping with the finest traditions ofthe U.S. Air Force.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company F, 17th InfantryRegiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chup'a-ri, Korea, 31August 1951. Entered service at: Old Hickory, Tenn. Birth: Hickman County, Tenn.G.O. No.: 4, 9 January 1953. Citation: Cpl. Lyell, a member of Company F,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. When his platoon leader waskilled, Cpl. Lyell assumed command and led his unit in an assault on stronglyfortified enemy positions located on commanding terrain. When his platoon cameunder vicious, raking fire which halted the forward movement, Cpl. Lyell seizeda 57mm. recoilless rifle and unhesitatingly moved ahead to a suitable firingposition from which he delivered deadly accurate fire completely destroying anenemy bunker, killing its occupants. He then returned to his platoon and wasresuming the assault when the unit was again subjected to intense hostile firefrom 2 other bunkers. Disregarding his personal safety, armed with grenades hecharged forward hurling grenades into 1 of the enemy emplacements, and althoughpainfully wounded in this action he pressed on destroying the bunker and killing6 of the foe. He then continued his attack against a third enemy position,throwing grenades as he ran forward, annihilating 4 enemy soldiers. He then ledhis platoon to the north slope of the hill where positions were occupied fromwhich effective fire was delivered against the enemy in support of friendlytroops moving up. Fearlessly exposing himself to enemy fire, he continuouslymoved about directing and encouraging his men until he was mortally wounded byenemy mortar fire. Cpl. Lyell's extraordinary heroism, indomitable courage, andaggressive leadership reflect great credit on himself and are in keeping withthe highest traditions of the military service.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company A, 27th InfantryRegiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Satae-ri Korea, 6September 1952. Entered service at: Fort Hancock, Tex. Born: 21 March 1931, FortHancock, Tex. G.O. No.: 96, 29 December 1953. Citation. Cpl. Martinez, a machinegunner with Company A, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andoutstanding courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. While manning a listening post forward of the main line of resistance,his position was attacked by a hostile force of reinforced company strength. Inthe bitter fighting which ensued, the enemy infiltrated the defense perimeterand, realizing that encirclement was imminent, Cpl. Martinez elected to remainat his post in an attempt to stem the onslaught. In a daring defense, he rakedthe attacking troops with crippling fire, inflicting numerous casualties.Although contacted by sound power phone several times, he insisted that noattempt be made to rescue him because of the danger involved. Soon thereafter,the hostile forces rushed the emplacement, forcing him to make a limitedwithdrawal with only an automatic rifle and pistol to defend himself. After acourageous 6-hour stand and shortly before dawn, he called in for the last time,stating that the enemy was converging on his position. His magnificent standenabled friendly elements to reorganize, attack, and regain the key terrain.Cpl. Martinez' incredible valor and supreme sacrifice reflect lasting glory uponhimself and are in keeping with the honored traditions of the military service.

*MATTHEWS, DANIEL P.

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company F, 2d Battalion,7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Vegas Hill, Korea, 28March 1953. Entered service at. Van Nuys, Calif. Born: 31 December 1931, VanNuys, Calif. Award presented: 29 March 19S4. Citation: For conspicuous gallantryand intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a squad leader of Company F, in action against enemy aggressorforces. Participating in a counterattack against a firmly entrenched andwell-concealed hostile force which had repelled 6 previous assaults on a vitalenemy-held outpost far forward of the main line of resistance Sgt. Matthewsfearlessly advanced in the attack until his squad was pinned down by a murderoussweep of fire from an enemy machinegun located on the peak of the outpost.Observing that the deadly fire prevented a corpsman from removing a wounded manIying in an open area fully exposed to the brunt of the devastating gunfire, heworked his way to the base of the hostile machinegun emplacement, leaped ontothe rock fortification surrounding the gun and, taking the enemy by completesurprise, single-handedly charged the hostile emplacement with his rifle.Although severely wounded when the enemy brought a withering hail of fire tobear upon him, he gallantly continued his valiant l-man assault and, firing hisrifle with deadly effectiveness, succeeded in killing 2 of the enemy, routing athird, and completely silencing the enemy weapon, thereby enabling his comradesto evacuate the stricken marine to a safe position. Succumbing to his woundsbefore aid could reach him, Sgt. Matthews, by his indomitable fighting spirit,courageous initiative, and resolute determination in the face of almost certaindeath, served to inspire all who observed him and was directly instrumental insaving the life of his wounded comrade. His great personal valor reflects thehighest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. NavalService. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*MAUSERT, FREDERICK W., III

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company B, 1stBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.) Place and date:Songnap-yong, Korea, 12 September 1951. Entered service at: Dresher, Pa. Born: 2May 1930, Cambridge, N.Y. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity atthe risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squadleader in Company B, in action against enemy aggressor forces. With his companypinned down and suffering heavy casualties under murderous machinegun, rifle,artillery, and mortar fire laid down from heavily fortificd, deeply entrenchedhostile strongholds on Hill 673, Sgt. Mausert unhesitatingly left his coveredposition and ran through a heavily mined and fire-swept area to bring back 2critically wounded men to the comparative safety of the lines. Staunchlyrefusing evacuation despite a painful head wound sustained during his voluntaryact, he insisted on remaining with his squad and, with his platoon ordered intothe assault moments later, took the point position and led his men in a furiousbayonet charge against the first of a literally impregnable series of bunkers.Stunned and knocked to the ground when another bullet struck his helmet, heregained his feet and resumed his drive, personally silencing the machinegun andleading his men in eliminating several other emplacements in the area. Promptlyreorganizing his unit for a renewed fight to the final objective on top of theridge, Sgt. Mausert boldly left his position when the enemy's fire gainedmomentum and, making a target of himself, boldly advanced alone into the face ofthe machinegun, drawing the fire away from his men and enabling them to moveinto position to assault. Again severely wounded when the enemy's fire found itsmark, he still refused aid and continued spearheading the assault to the topmostmachinegun nest and bunkers, the last bulwark of the fanatic aggressors. Leapinginto the wall of fire, he destroyed another machinegun with grenades before hewas mortally wounded by bursting grenades and machinegun fire. Stouthearted andindomitable, Sgt. Mausert, by his fortitude, great personal valor, andextraordinary heroism in the face of almost certain death, had inspired his mento sweep on, overrun and finally secure the objective. His unyielding couragethroughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and the U.S. Naval Service.He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*McGOVERN, ROBERT M.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company A, 5th CavalryRegiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Place and date: Near Kamyangjan-ni, Korea, 30January 1951. Entered service at: Washington, D.C. Birth: Washington, D.C. G.O.No.: 2, 8 January 1952. Citation: 1st Lt. McGovern, a member of Company A,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk oflife above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armed enemy of theUnited Nations. As 1st Lt. McGovern led his platoon up a slope to engage hostiletroops emplaced in bunker-type pillboxes with connecting trenches, the unit cameunder heavy machinegun and rifle fire from the crest of the hill, approximately75 yards distant. Despite a wound sustained in this initial burst of witheringfire, 1st Lt. McGovern, assured the men of his ability to continue on and urgedthem forward. Forging up the rocky incline, he fearlessly led the platoon towithin several yards of its objective when the ruthless foe threw and rolled avicious barrage of handgrenades on the group and halted the advance. Enemy fireincreased in volume and intensity and 1st Lt. McGovern realizing that casualtieswere rapidly increasing and the morale of his men badly shaken, hurled backseveral grenades before they exploded. Then, disregarding his painful wound andweakened condition he charged a machinegun emplacement which was raking hisposition with flanking fire. When he was within 10 yards of the position a burstof fire ripped the carbine from his hands, but, undaunted, he continued hislone-man assault and, firing his pistol and throwing grenades, killed 7 hostilesoldiers before falling mortally wounded in front of the gun he had silenced.1st Lt. McGovern's incredible display of valor imbued his men with indomitableresolution to avenge his death. Fixing bayonets and throwing grenades, theycharged with such ferocity that hostile positions were overrun and the enemyrouted from the hill. The inspirational leadership, unflinching courage, andintrepid actions of 1st Lt. McGovern reflected utmost glory on himself and thehonored tradition of the military services.

McLAUGHLlN, ALFORD L.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps Company L, 3dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.) Place and date: Korea, 4 and5 September 1952. Entered service at: Leeds, Ala. Born: 18 March 1928, Leeds,Ala. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty while serving as a machine gunner of CompanyL, in action against enemy aggressor forces on the night of 4-5 September 1952.Volunteering for his second continuous tour of duty on a strategic combatoutpost far in advance of the main line of resistance, Pfc. McLaughlin, althoughoperating under a barrage of enemy artillery and mortar fire, set up plans forthe defense of his position which proved decisive in the successful defense ofthe outpost. When hostile forces attacked in battalion strength during thenight, he maintained a constant flow of devastating fire upon the enemy,alternately employing 2 machineguns, a carbine, and handgrenades. Althoughpainfully wounded, he bravely fired the machineguns from the hip until his handsbecame blistered by the extreme heat from the weapons and, placing the guns onthe ground to allow them to cool, continued to defend the position with hiscarbine and grenades. Standing up in full view, he shouted words ofencouragement to his comrades above the din of battle and, throughout a seriesof fanatical enemy attacks, sprayed the surrounding area with deadly fire,accounting for an estimated 150 enemy dead and 50 wounded. By his indomitablecourage, superb leadership, and valiant fighting spirit in the face ofoverwhelming odds, Pfc. McLaughlin served to inspire his fellow marines in theirgallant stand against the enemy and was directly instrumental in preventing thevital outpost from falling into the hands of a determined and numericallysuperior hostile force. His outstanding heroism and unwavering devotion to dutyreflect the highest credit upon himself and enhance the finest traditions of theU.S. Naval Service.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company B, 7th InfantryRegiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chich-on, Korea, 4 July1951. Entered service at: Honolulu, T.H. Birth: Honolulu, T.H. G.O. No.: 83, 3September 1952. Citation: Sgt. LeRoy A. Mendonca, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. After his platoon, in an exhaustive fight, had captured Hill 586, thenewly won positions were assaulted during the night by a numerically superiorenemy force. When the 1st Platoon positions were outflanked and under greatpressure and the platoon was ordered to withdraw to a secondary line of defense,Sgt. Mendonca voluntarily remained in an exposed position and covered theplatoon's withdrawal. Although under murderous enemy fire, he fired his weaponand hurled grenades at the onrushing enemy until his supply of ammunition wasexhausted. He fought on, clubbing with his rifle and using his bayonet until hewas mortally wounded. After the action it was estimated that Sgt. Mendonca hadaccounted for 37 enemy casualties. His daring actions stalled the crushingassault, protecting the platoon's withdrawal to secondary positions, andenabling the entire unit to repel the enemy attack and retain possession of thevital hilltop position. Sgt. Mendonca's extraordinary gallantry and exemplaryvalor are in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army.

Captain, U.S. Army, Company E, 27th InfantryRegiment. Place and date: Vicinity of Soam-Ni, Korea, 7 February 1951. Enteredservice at: Mechanic Falls, Maine. Born: 15 December 1920, Mechanic Falls,Maine. G.O. No.: 69, 2 August 1951. Citation: Capt. Millett, Company E,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action. While personally leading his company in an attackagainst a strongly held position he noted that the 1st Platoon was pinned downby small-arms, automatic, and antitank fire. Capt. Millett ordered the 3dPlatoon forward, placed himself at the head of the 2 platoons, and, with fixedbayonet, led the assault up the fire-swept hill. In the fierce charge Capt.Millett bayoneted 2 enemy soldiers and boldly continued on, throwing grenades,clubbing and bayoneting the enemy, while urging his men forward by shoutingencouragement. Despite vicious opposing fire, the whirlwind hand-to-hand assaultcarried to the crest of the hill. His dauntless leadership and personal courageso inspired his men that they stormed into the hostile position and used theirbayonets with such lethal effect that the enemy fled in wild disorder. Duringthis fierce onslaught Capt. Millett was wounded by grenade fragments but refusedevacuation until the objective was taken and firmly secured. The superbleadership, conspicuous courage, and consummate devotion to duty demonstrated byCapt. Millett were directly responsible for the successful accomplishment of ahazardous mission and reflect the highest credit on himself and the heroictraditions of the military service.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company A, 1stBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: NearHansan-ni, Korea, 26 November 1950. Entered service at: Roaring Springs, Tex.Born: 18 August 1921, Indian Gap, Tex. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as leaderof a rifle platoon of Company A, in action against enemy aggressor forces.Leading his platoon in point position during a patrol by his company through athickly wooded and snow-covered area in the vicinity of Hansan-ni, 1st Lt.Mitchell acted immediately when the enemy suddenly opened fire at pointblankrange, pinning down his forward elements and inflicting numerous casualties inhis ranks. Boldly dashing to the front under blistering fire from automaticweapons and small arms, he seized an automatic rifle from one of the wounded menand effectively trained it against the attackers and, when his ammunition wasexpended, picked up and hurled grenades with deadly accuracy, at the same timedirecting and encouraging his men in driving the outnumbering enemy from hisposition. Maneuvering to set up a defense when the enemy furiouslycounterattacked to the front and left flank, 1st Lt. Mitchell, despite woundssustained early in the action, reorganized his platoon under the devastatingfire, and spearheaded a fierce hand-to-hand struggle to repulse the onslaught.Asking for volunteers to assist in searching for and evacuating the wounded, hepersonally led a party of litter bearers through the hostile lines in growingdarkness and, although suffering intense pain from multiple wounds, stormedahead and waged a single-handed battle against the enemy, successfully coveringthe withdrawal of his men before he was fatally struck down by a burst ofsmall-arms fire. Stouthearted and indomitable in the face of tremendous odds,1st Lt. Mitchell, by his fortitude, great personal valor and extraordinaryheroism, saved the lives of several marines and inflicted heavy casualties amongthe aggressors. His unyielding courage throughout reflects the highest creditupon himself and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

MIYAMURA, HIROSHI H.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company H, 7th InfantryRegiment, 3rd Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Taejon-ni, Korea, 24 and25 April 1951. Entered service at: Gallup, N. Mex. Birth: Gallup, N. Mex. G.O.No.: 85, 4 November 1953. Citation: Cpl. Miyamura, a member of Company H,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. On the night of 24 April, CompanyH was occupying a defensive position when the enemy fanatically attackedthreatening to overrun the position. Cpl. Miyamura, a machinegun squad leader,aware of the imminent danger to his men unhesitatingly jumped from his shelterwielding his bayonet in close hand-to-hand combat killing approximately 10 ofthe enemy. Returning to his position, he administered first aid to the woundedand directed their evacuation. As another savage assault hit the line, he mannedhis machinegun and delivered withering fire until his ammunition was expended.He ordered the squad to withdraw while he stayed behind to render the guninoperative. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to asecond gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of theattack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Cpl. Miyamura ordered his mento fall back while he remained to cover their movement. He killed more than 50of the enemy before his ammunition was depleted and he was severely wounded. Hemaintained his magnificent stand despite his painful wounds, continuing to repelthe attack until his position was overrun. When last seen he was fightingferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. Cpl. Miyamura'sindomitable heroism and consummate devotion to duty reflect the utmost glory onhimself and uphold the illustrious traditions on the military service.

Master Sergeant (then Sgt.), U.S. Army, Company K,15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Surang-ni,Korea, 10 to 11 June 1953. Entered service at: Gadsden, Ala. Born: 28 August1931, Marshall County, Ala. G.O. No.: 70, 24 September 1954. Citation: M/Sgt.Mize, a member of Company K, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry andoutstanding courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. Company K was committed to the defense of "Outpost Harry", astrategically valuable position, when the enemy launched a heavy attack.Learning that a comrade on a friendly listening post had been wounded he movedthrough the intense barrage, accompanied by a medical aid man, and rescued thewounded soldier. On returning to the main position he established an effectivedefense system and inflicted heavy casualties against attacks from determinedenemy assault forces which had penetrated into trenches within the outpost area.During his fearless actions he was blown down by artillery and grenade blasts 3times but each time he dauntlessly returned to his position, tenaciouslyfighting and successfully repelling hostile attacks. When enemy onslaughtsceased he took his few men and moved from bunker to bunker, firing throughapertures and throwing grenades at the foe, neutralizing their positions. Whenan enemy soldier stepped out behind a comrade, prepared to fire, M/Sgt. Mizekilled him, saving the life of his fellow soldier. After rejoining the platoon,moving from man to man, distributing ammunition, and shouting words ofencouragement he observed a friendly machinegun position overrun. He immediatelyfought his way to the position, killing 10 of the enemy and dispersing theremainder. Fighting back to the command post, and finding several friendlywounded there, he took a position to protect them. Later, securing a radio, hedirected friendly artillery fire upon the attacking enemy's routes of approach.At dawn he helped regroup for a counterattack which successfully drove the enemyfrom the outpost. M/Sgt. Mize's valorous conduct and unflinching courage reflectlasting glory upon himself and uphold the noble traditions of the militaryservice.

*MONEGAN, WALTER C., JR.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company F, 2dBattalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: NearSosa-ri, Korea, 17 and 20 September 1950. Entered service at: Seattle, Wash.Born: 25 December 1930, Melrose, Mass. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a rocket gunner attached to Company F, and in action against enemyaggressor forces. Dug in on a hill overlooking the main Seoul highway when 6enemy tanks threatened to break through the battalion position during a predawnattack on 17 September, Pfc. Monegan promptly moved forward with his bazooka,under heavy hostile automatic weapons fre and engaged the lead tank at a rangeof less than 50 yards. After scoring a direct hit and killing the sole survivingtankman with his carbine as he came through the escape hatch, he boldly fired 2more rounds of ammunition at the oncoming tanks, disorganizing the attack andenabling our tank crews to continue blasting with their 90-mm guns. With his ownand an adjacent company's position threatened by annihilation when anoverwhelming enemy tank-infantry force bypassed the area and proceeded towardthe battalion command post during the early morning of September 20, he seizedhis rocket launcher and, in total darkness, charged down the slope of the hillwhere the tanks had broken through. Quick to act when an illuminating shell litthe area, he scored a direct hit on one of the tanks as hostile rifle andautomatic-weapons fire raked the area at close range. Again exposing himself, hefired another round to destroy a second tank and, as the rear tank turned toretreat, stood upright to fire and was fatally struck down by hostile machinegunfire when another illuminating shell silhouetted him against the sky. Pfc.Monegan's daring initiative, gallant fighting spirit and courageous devotion toduty were contributing factors in the success of his company in repelling theenemy, and his self-sacrificing efforts throughout sustain and enhance thehighest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry .

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve,Company C, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Kwagch'i-Dong, Korea, 29 May 1951. Entered service at: Austin, Tex. Born:7 March 1930, Waco, Tex. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity atthe risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as anintelligence scout attached to Company C, in action against enemy aggressorforces. Voluntarily accompanying a rifle platoon in a daring assault against astrongly defended enemy hill position, Pfc. Moreland delivered accurate riflefire on the hostile emplacement and thereby aided materially in seizing theobjective. After the position had been secured, he unhesitatingly led a partyforward to neutralize an enemy bunker which he had observed some 400 metersbeyond, and moving boldly through a fire-swept area, Almost reached the hostileemplacement when the enemy launched a volley of handgrenades on his group. Quickto act despite the personal danger involved, he kicked several of the grenadesoff the ridge line where they exploded harmlessly and, while attempting to kickaway another, slipped and fell near the deadly missile. Aware that thesputtering grenade would explode before he could regain his feet and dispose ofit, he shouted a warning to his comrades, covered the missile with his body andabsorbed the full blast ??of the explosion, but in saving his companions frompossible injury or death, was mortally wounded. His heroic initiative andvaliant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of certain death reflect thehighest credit upon Pfc. Moreland and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gavehis life for his country.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company E, 35thInfantry Regiment. Place and date: Near Seoul, Korea, 20 May 1951. Enteredservice at: Keego Harbor, Oakland, Mich. Born: 15 April 1930, Pontiac, Mich.G.O. No.: 19, 1 February 1952. Citation: Sfc. Moyer assistant platoon leader,Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armedenemy of the United Nations. Sfc. Moyer's platoon was committed to attack andsecure commanding terrain stubbornly defended by a numerically superior hostileforce emplaced in well-fortified positions. Advancing up the rocky hill, theleading elements came under intense automatic weapons, small-arms, and grenadefire, wounding the platoon leader and platoon sergeant. Sfc. Moyer, realizingthe success of the mission was imperiled, rushed to the head of the falteringcolumn, assumed command and urged the men forward. Inspired by Sfc. Moyer'sunflinching courage, the troops responded magnificently, but as they reached thefinal approaches to the rugged crest of the hill, enemy fire increased in volumeand intensity and the fanatical foe showered the platoon with grenades.Undaunted, the valiant group forged ahead, and as they neared the top of thehill, the enemy hurled a grenade into their midst. Sfc. Moyer, fully aware ofthe odds against him, unhesitatingly threw himself on the grenade, absorbing thefull blast of the explosion with his body. Although mortally wounded in thisfearless display of valor, Sfc. Moyer's intrepid act saved several of hiscomrades from death or serious injury, and his inspirational leadership andconsummate devotion to duty contributed significantly to the subsequent seizureof the enemy stronghold and reflect lasting glory on himself and the nobletraditions of the military service.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, CompanyA, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date:Korea, 3 February 1953. Entered service at: Pueblo, Colo. Born: 14 January 1930,Pueblo, Colo. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty as a platoon commander of Company A,in action against enemy aggressor forces. Although painfully wounded byfragments from an enemy mortar shell while leading his evacuation platoon insupport of assault units attacking a cleverly concealed and well-entrenchedhostile force occupying commanding ground, 2d Lt. Murphy steadfastly refusedmedical aid and continued to lead his men up a hill through a withering barrageof hostile mortar and small-arms fire, skillfully maneuvering his force from oneposition to the next and shouting words of encouragement. Undeterred by theincreasing intense enemy fire, he immediately located casualties as they felland made several trips up and down the fire-swept hill to direct evacuationteams to the wounded, personally carrying many of the stricken marines tosafety. When reinforcements were needed by the assaulting elements, 2d Lt.Murphy employed part of his unit as support and, during the ensuing battle,personally killed 2 of the enemy with his pistol. With all the wounded evacuatedand the assaulting units beginning to disengage, he remained behind with acarbine to cover the movement of friendly forces off the hill and, thoughsuffering intense pain from his previous wounds, seized an automatic rifle toprovide more firepower when the enemy reappeared in the trenches. After reachingthe base of the hill, he organized a search party and again ascended the slopefor a final check on missing marines, locating and carrying the bodies of amachinegun crew back down the hill. Wounded a second time while conducting theentire force to the line of departure through a continuing barrage of enemysmall-arms, artillery, and mortar fire, he again refused medical assistanceuntil assured that every one of his men, including all casualties, had precededhim to the main lines. His resolute and inspiring leadership, exceptionalfortitude, and great personal valor reflect the highest credit upon 2d Lt.Murphy and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Major, U.S. Marine Corps, 3d Battalion, 1st Marines,1st Marine Division, (Rein.). Place and date: Near Hagaru-ri, Korea, 29 November1950. Entered service at: Boise, Idaho. Born: 26 November 1919, Boise, Idaho.Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty as executive officer of the 3d Battalion, inaction against enemy aggressor forces. Assuming command of a composite unit ofArmy and Marine service and headquarters elements totaling approximately 250men, during a critical stage in the vital defense of the strategically importantmilitary base at Hagaru-ri, Maj. Myers immediately initiated a determined andaggressive counterattack against a well-entrenched and cleverly concealed enemyforce numbering an estimated 4,000. Severely handicapped by a lack of trainedpersonnel and experienced leaders in his valiant efforts to regain maximumground prior to daylight, he persisted in constantly exposing himself tointense, accurate, and sustained hostile fire in order to direct and supervisethe employment of his men and to encourage and spur them on in pressing theattack. Inexorably moving forward up the steep, snow-covered slope with hisdepleted group in the face of apparently insurmountable odds, he concurrentlydirected artillery and mortar fire with superb skill and although losing 170 ofhis men during 14 hours of raging combat in subzero temperatures, continued toreorganize his unit and spearhead the attack which resulted in 600 enemy killedand 500 wounded. By his exceptional and valorous leadership throughout, Maj.Myers contributed directly to the success of his unit in restoring theperimeter. His resolute spirit of self-sacrifice and unfaltering devotion toduty enhance and sustain the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service .

*OBREGON, EUGENE ARNOLD

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company G, 3dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Seoul,Korea, 26 September 1950. Entered service at: Los Angeles, Calif. Born: 12November 1930, Los Angeles, Calif. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving with Company G, in action against enemy aggressor forces. While servingas an ammunition carrier of a machinegun squad in a marine rifle company whichwas temporarily pinned down by hostile fire, Pfc. Obregon observed a fellowmarine fall wounded in the line of fire. Armed only with a pistol, heunhesitating dashed from his covered position to the side of the casualty.Firing his pistol with 1 hand as he ran, he grasped his comrade by the arm withhis other hand and, despite the great peril to himself dragged him to the sideof the road. Still under enemy fire, he was bandaging the man's wounds whenhostile troops of approximately platoon strength began advancing toward hisposition. Quickly seizing the wounded marine's carbine, he placed his own bodyas a shield in front of him and lay there firing accurately and effectively intothe hostile group until he himself was fatally wounded by enemy machinegun fire.By his courageous fighting spirit, fortitude, and loyal devotion to duty, Pfc.Obregon enabled his fellow marines to rescue the wounded man and aidedessentially in repelling the attack, thereby sustaining and enhancing thehighest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

O'BRIEN, GEORGE H., JR.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, CompanyH, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date:Korea, 27 October, 1952. Entered service at: Big Spring, Tex. Born: 10 September1926, Fort Worth, Tex. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity atthe risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a rifle platooncommander of Company H, in action against enemy aggressor forces. With hisplatoon subjected to an intense mortar and artillery bombardment while preparingto assault a vitally important hill position on the main line of resistancewhich had been overrun by a numerically superior enemy force on the precedingnight, 2d Lt. O'Brien leaped from his trench when the attack signal was givenand, shouting for his men to follow, raced across an exposed saddle and up theenemy-held hill through a virtual hail of deadly small-arms, artillery, andmortar fire. Although shot through the arm and thrown to the ground by hostileautomatic-weapons fire as he neared the well-entrenched enemy position, hebravely regained his feet, waved his men onward, and continued to spearhead theassault, pausing only long enough to go to the aid of a wounded marine.Encountering the enemy at close range, he proceeded to hurl handgrenades intothe bunkers and, utilizing his carbine to best advantage in savage hand-to-handcombat, succeeded in killing at least 3 of the enemy. Struck down by theconcussion of grenades on 3 occasions during the subsequent action, hesteadfastly refused to be evacuated for medical treatment and continued to leadhis platoon in the assault for a period of nearly 4 hours, repeatedlyencouraging his men and maintaining superb direction of the unit. With theattack halted he set up a defense with his remaining forces to prepare for acounterattack, personally checking each position, attending to the wounded andexpediting their evacuation. When a relief of the position was effected byanother unit, he remained to cover the withdrawal and to assure that no woundedwere left behind. By his exceptionally daring and forceful leadership in theface of overwhelming odds, 2d Lt. O'Brien served as a constant source ofinspiration to all who observed him and was greatly instrumental in therecapture of a strategic position on the main line of resistance. Hisindomitable determination and valiant fighting spirit reflect the highest creditupon himself and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

*OUELLETTE, JOSEPH R.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company H, 9thInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Nea; Yongsan, Korea,from 31 August to 3 September 1950. Entered service at: Lowell, Mass. Birth:Lowell, Mass. G.O. No.: 25, 25 April 1951. Citation: Pfc. Ouellettedistinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action againstthe enemy in the Makioug-Chang River salient. When an enemy assault cut off andsurrounded his unit he voluntarily made a reconnaissance of a nearby hill underintense enemy fire to locate friendly troop positions and obtain information ofthe enemy's strength and location. Finding that friendly troops were not on thehill, he worked his way back to his unit under heavy fire. Later, when anairdrop of water was made outside the perimeter, he again braved enemy fire inan attempt to retrieve water for his unit. Finding the dropped cans broken anddevoid of water, he returned to his unit. His heroic attempt greatly increasedhis comrades' morale. When ammunition and grenades ran low, Pfc. Ouellette againslipped out of the perimeter to collect these from the enemy dead. Aftercollecting grenades he was attacked by an enemy soldier. He killed this enemy inhand-to-hand combat, gathered up the ammunition, and returned to his unit. Whenthe enemy attacked on 3 September, they assaulted his position with grenades. On6 occasions Pfc. Ouellette leaped from his foxhole to escape exploding grenades.In doing so, he had to face enemy small-arms fire. He continued his resistance,despite a severe wound, until he lost his life. The extraordinary heroism andintrepidity displayed by Pfc. Ouellette reflect the highest credit on himselfand are in keeping with the esteemed traditions of the military service .

Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, X Corps Artillery,while attached to the 52d Transportation Truck Battalion. Place and date: NearChosin Reservoir, Korea, 29 November to 10 December 1950. Entered service at:St. Paul, Minn. Born: 8 February 1904, Malahi Island, Luzon, Philippine Islands.G.O. No.: 21, 25 April 1957. Citation: Lt. Col. Page, a member of X CorpsArtillery, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity inaction above and beyond the call of duty in a series of exploits. On 29November, Lt. Col. Page left X Corps Headquarters at Hamhung with the mission ofestablishing traffic control on the main supply route to 1st Marine Divisionpositions and those of some Army elements on the Chosin Reservoir plateau.Having completed his mission Lt. Col. Page was free to return to the safety ofHamhung but chose to remain on the plateau to aid an isolated signal station,thus being cut off with elements of the marine division. After rescuing his jeepdriver by breaking up an ambush near a destroyed bridge Lt. Col. Page reachedthe lines of a surrounded marine garrison at Koto-ri. He then voluntarilydeveloped and trained a reserve force of assorted army troops trapped with themarines. By exemplary leadership and tireless devotion he made an effectivetactical unit available. In order that casualties might be evacuated, anairstrip was improvised on frozen ground partly outside of the Koto-ri defenseperimeter which was continually under enemy attack. During 2 such attacks, Lt.Col. Page exposed himself on the airstrip to direct fire on the enemy, and twicemounted the rear deck of a tank, manning the machinegun on the turret to drivethe enemy back into a no man's land. On 3 December while being flown low overenemy lines in a light observation plane, Lt. Col. Page dropped handgrenades onChinese positions and sprayed foxholes with automatic fire from his carbine.After 10 days of constant fighting the marine and army units in the vicinity ofthe Chosin Reservoir had succeeded in gathering at the edge of the plateau andLt. Col. Page was flown to Hamhung to arrange for artillery support of thebeleaguered troops attempting to break out. Again Lt. Col. Page refused anopportunity to remain in safety and returned to give every assistance to hiscomrades. As the column slowly moved south Lt. Col. Page joined the rear guard.When it neared the entrance to a narrow pass it came under frequent attacks onboth flanks. Mounting an abandoned tank Lt. Col. Page manned the machinegun,braved heavy return fire, and covered the passing vehicles until the dangerdiminished. Later when another attack threatened his section of the convoy, thenin the middle of the pass, Lt. Col. Page took a machinegun to the hillside anddelivered effective counterfire, remaining exposed while men and vehicles passedthrough the ambuscade. On the night of 10 December the convoy reached the bottomof the pass but was halted by a strong enemy force at the front and on bothflanks. Deadly small-arms fire poured into the column. Realizing the danger tothe column as it lay motionless, Lt. Col. Page fought his way to the head of thecolumn and plunged forward into the heart of the hostile position. His intrepidaction so surprised the enemy that their ranks became disordered and sufferedheavy casualties. Heedless of his safety, as he had been throughout thepreceding 10 days, Lt. Col. Page remained forward, fiercely engaging the enemysingle-handed until mortally wounded. By his valiant and aggressive spirit Lt.Col. Page enabled friendly forces to stand off the enemy. His outstandingcourage, unswerving devotion to duty, and supreme self-sacrifice reflect greatcredit upon Lt. Col. Page and are in the highest tradition of the militaryservice.

*PENDLETON, CHARLES F.

Corporal. U.S. Army, Company D, 15th InfantryRegiment, 3d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Choo Gung-Dong, Korea, 16and 17 July 1953. Entered service at: Fort Worth, Tex. Born: 26 September 1931,Camden, Tenn. Citation: Cpl. Pendleton, a machine gunner with Company D,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. After consolidating andestablishing a defensive perimeter on a key terrain feature, friendly elementswere attacked by a large hostile force. Cpl. Pendleton delivered deadly accuratefire into the approaching troops, killing approximately 15 and disorganizing theremainder with grenades. Unable to protect the flanks because of the narrowconfines of the trench, he removed the machinegun from the tripod and, exposedto enemy observation, positioned it on his knee to improve his firing vantage.Observing a hostile infantryman jumping into the position, intent on throwing agrenade at his comrades, he whirled about and killed the attacker, theninflicted such heavy casualties on the enemy force that they retreated toregroup. After reorganizing, a second wave of hostile soldiers moved forward inan attempt to overrun the position and, later, when a hostile grenade landednearby, Cpl. Pendleton quickly retrieved and hurled it back at the foe. Althoughhe was burned by the hot shells ejecting from his weapon, and he was wounded bya grenade, he refused evacuation and continued to fire on the assaulting force.As enemy action increased in tempo, his machinegun was destroyed by a grenadebut, undaunted, he grabbed a carbine and continued his heroic defense untilmortally wounded by a mortar burst. Cpl. Pendleton's unflinching courage,gallant self-sacrifice, and consummate devotion to duty reflect lasting gloryupon himself and uphold the finest traditions of the military service.

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, Company E, 2d Battalion,7 Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 4 November 1950.Entered service at: Ben Hill, Ga. Born: 3 February 1930, Stockbridge, Ga. Cpl.Phillips was killed in action 27 November 1950. Citation: For conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty while serving as a squad leader of Company E, in action against enemyaggressor forces. Assuming the point position in the attack against a stronglydefended and well-entrenched numerically superior enemy force occupying a vitalhill position which had been unsuccessfully assaulted on 5 separate occasions byunits of the Marine Corps and other friendly forces, Cpl. Phillips fearlesslyled his men in a bayonet charge up the precipitous slope under a deadly hail ofhostile mortar, small-arms, and machinegun fire. Quickly rallying his squad whenit was pinned down by a heavy and accurate mortar barrage, he continued to leadhis men through the bombarded area and, although only 5 members were left in thecasualty ridden unit, gained the military crest of the hill where he wasimmediately subjected to an enemy counterattack. Although greatly outnumbered byan estimated enemy squad, Cpl. Phillips boldly engaged the hostile force withhandgrenades and rifle fire and, exhorting his gallant group of marines tofollow him, stormed forward to completely overwhelm the enemy. With only 3 mennow left in his squad, he proceeded to spearhead an assault on the lastremaining strongpoint which was defended by 4 of the enemy on a rocky and almostinaccessible portion of the hill position. Using 1 hand to climb up theextremely hazardous precipice, he hurled grenades with the other and, with 2remaining comrades, succeeded in annihilating the pocket of resistance and inconsolidating the position. Immediately subjected to a sharp counterattack by anestimated enemy squad, he skillfully directed the fire of his men and employedhis own weapon with deadly effectiveness to repulse the numerically superiorhostile force. By his valiant leadership, indomitable fighting spirit andresolute determination in the face of heavy odds, Cpl. Phillips served toinspire all who observed him and was directly responsible for the destruction ofthe enemy stronghold. His great personal valor reflects the highest credit uponhimself and enhances and sustains the finest traditions of the U.S. NavalService.

*PILILAAU, HERBERT K.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company C, 23dInfantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Pia-ri, Korea, 17September 1951. Entered service at: Oahu, T.H. Born: 10 October 1928, Waianae,Oahu, T.H. G.O. No.: 58, 18 June 1952. Citation: Pfc. Pililaau, a member ofCompany C, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. The enemysent wave after wave of fanatical troops against his platoon which held a keyterrain feature on "Heartbreak Ridge." Valiantly defending itsposition, the unit repulsed each attack until ammunition became practicallyexhausted and it was ordered to withdraw to a new position. Voluntarilyremaining behind to cover the withdrawal, Pfc. Pililaau fired his automaticweapon into the ranks of the assailants, threw all his grenades and, withammunition exhausted, closed with the foe in hand-to-hand combat, courageouslyfighting with his trench knife and bare fists until finally overcome andmortally wounded. When the position was subsequently retaken, more than 40 enemydead were counted in the area he had so valiantly defended. His heroic devotionto duty, indomitable fighting spirit, and gallant self-sacrifice reflect thehighest credit upon himself, the infantry, and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 23d InfantryRegiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kujangdong, Korea, 26November 1950. Entered service at: Carrolton, Miss. Born: 15 October 1928,Carrolton, Miss. G.O. No.: 39, 4 June 1951. Citation: Sgt. Pittman,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. He volunteered to lead his squadin a counterattack to regain commanding terrain lost in an earlier engagement.Moving aggressively forward in the face of intense artillery, mortar, andsmall-arms fire he was wounded by mortar fragments. Disregarding his wounds hecontinued to lead and direct his men in a bold advance against the hostilestandpoint. During this daring action, an enemy grenade was thrown in the midstof his squad endangering the lives of his comrades. Without hesitation, Sgt.Pittman threw himself on the grenade and absorbed its burst with his body. Whena medical aid man reached him, his first request was to be informed as to howmany of his men were hurt. This intrepid and selfless act saved several of hismen from death or serious injury and was an inspiration to the entire command.Sgt. Pittman's extraordinary heroism reflects the highest credit upon himselfand is in keeping with the esteemed traditions of the military service.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company E, 31stInfantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kumhwa, Korea, 15October 1952. Entered service at: Quinwood, W. Va. Born: 26 March 1930,Quinwood, W. Va. G.O. No.: 97, 30 December 1953. Citation: Pfc. Pomeroy, amachine gunner with Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantryand indomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. While his comrades were consolidating on a key terrain feature, he manneda machinegun at the end of a communication trench on the forward slope toprotect the platoon flank and prevent a surprise attack. When the enemy attackedthrough a ravine leading directly to his firing position, he immediately openedfire on the advancing troops inflicting a heavy toll in casualties and bluntingthe assault. At this juncture the enemy directed intense concentrations ofartillery and mortar fire on his position in an attempt to neutralize his gun.Despite withering fire and bursting shells, he maintained his heroic stand andpoured crippling fire into the ranks of the hostile force until a mortar burstseverely wounded him and rendered the gun mount inoperable. Quickly removing thehot, heavy weapon, he cradled it in his arms and, moving forward with grimdetermination, raked the attacking forces with a hail of fire. Although woundeda second time he pursued his relentless course until his ammunition was expendedwithin 10 feet of the foe and then, using the machinegun as a club, hecourageously closed with the enemy in hand-to-hand combat until mortallywounded. Pfc. Pomeroy's consummate valor, inspirational actions and supremesacrifice enabled the platoon to contain the attack and maintain the integrityof the perimeter, reflecting lasting glory upon himself and upholding the nobletraditions of the military service .

Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company G, 14th InfantryRegiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Mundung-ni Korea, 7September 1952. Entered service at: Baltimore, Md. Born: 1 March 1931,Sewickley, Pa. G.O. No.: 64, 18 August 1953. Citation: Sgt. Porter, a member ofCompany G, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstandingcourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Advancingunder cover of intense mortar and artillery fire, 2 hostile platoons attacked acombat outpost commanded by Sgt. Porter, destroyed communications, and killed 2of his 3-man crew. Gallantly maintaining his position, he poured deadly accuratefire into the ranks of the enemy, killing 15 and dispersing the remainder. Afterfalling back under a hail of fire, the determined foe reorganized and stormedforward in an attempt to overrun the outpost. Without hesitation, Sgt. Porterjumped from his position with bayonet fixed and, meeting the onslaught and inclose combat, killed 6 hostile soldiers and routed the attack. While returningto the outpost, he was killed by an artillery burst, but his courageous actionsforced the enemy to break off the engagement and thwarted a surprise attack onthe main line of resistance. Sgt. Porter's incredible display of valor, gallantself-sacrifice, and consummate devotion to duty reflect the highest credit uponhimself and uphold the noble traditions of the military service.

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Company A, 1stBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: NearSudong, Korea, 4 November 1950. Entered service at: Downey, Calif. Born: 1December 1916, Bloomington, Ill. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a squad leader in a rifle platoon of Company A, in action againstenemy aggressor forces during the defense of Hill 532, south of Sudong, Korea.When a vastly outnumbering, well-concealed hostile force launched a sudden,vicious counterattack against his platoon's hasty defensive position, Sgt.Poynter displayed superb skill and courage in leading his squad and directingits fire against the onrushing enemy. With his ranks critically depleted bycasualties and he himself critically wounded as the onslaught gained momentumand the hostile force surrounded his position, he seized his bayonet and engagedin bitter hand-to-hand combat as the breakthrough continued. Observing 3machineguns closing in at a distance of 25 yards, he dashed from his positionand, grasping handgrenades from fallen marines as he ran, charged theemplacements in rapid succession, killing the crews of 2 and putting the otherout of action before he fell, mortally wounded. By his self-sacrificing andvaliant conduct, Sgt. Poynter inspired the remaining members of his squad toheroic endeavor in bearing down upon and repelling the disorganized enemy,thereby enabling the platoon to move out of the trap to a more favorabletactical position. His indomitable fighting spirit, fortitude, and greatpersonal valor maintained in the face of overwhelming odds sustain and enhancethe finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life forhis country.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, CompanyI, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date:Korea, 12 September 1951. Entered service at: Lewisburg, Pa. Born: 27 March1927, Meyersdale, Pa. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as leader of the 3d Platoonin Company I, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Ordered to attack andseize hostile positions atop a hall, vigorously defended by well-entrenchedenemy forces delivering massed small-arms mortar, and machinegun fire, 2d Lt.Ramer fearlessly led his men up the steep slopes and although he and themajority of his unit were wounded during the ascent, boldly continued tospearhead the assault. With the terrain becoming more precipitous near thesummit and the climb more perilous as the hostile forces added grenades to thedevastating hail of fire, he staunchly carried the attack to the top, personallyannihilated 1 enemy bunker with grenade and carbine fire and captured theobjective with his remaining 8 men. Unable to hold the position against animmediate, overwhelming hostile counterattack, he ordered his group to withdrawand single-handedly fought the enemy to furnish cover for his men and for theevacuation of 3 fatally wounded marines. Severely wounded a second time, 2d Lt.Ramer refused aid when his men returned to help him and, after ordering them toseek shelter, courageously manned his post until the hostile troops overran hisposition and he fell mortally wounded. His indomitable fighting spirit,inspiring leadership and unselfish concern for others in the face of death,reflect the highest credit upon 2d Lt. Ramer and the U.S. Naval Service. Hegallantly gave his life for his country.

*RED CLOUD, MITCHELL, JR.

Corporal, U S. Army, Company E, 19th InfantryRegiment, 24th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chonghyon, Korea, 5November 1950. Entered service at: Merrilan Wis. Born: 2 July 1924, Hatfield,Wis. G.O. No.: 26, 25 April 1951. Citation: Cpl. Red Cloud, Company E,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyondthe call of duty in action against the enemy. From his position on the point ofa ridge immediately in front of the company command post he was the first todetect the approach of the Chinese Communist forces and give the alarm as theenemy charged from a brush-covered area less than 100 feet from him. Springingup he delivered devastating pointblank automatic rifle fire into the advancingenemy. His accurate and intense fire checked this assault and gained time forthe company to consolidate its defense. With utter fearlessness he maintainedhis firing position until severely wounded by enemy fire. Refusing assistance hepulled himself to his feet and wrapping his arm around a tree continued hisdeadly fire again, until he was fatally wounded. This heroic act stopped theenemy from overrunning his company's position and gained time for reorganizationand evacuation of the wounded. Cpl. Red Cloud's dauntless courage and gallantself-sacrifice reflects the highest credit upon himself and upholds the esteemedtraditions of the U.S. Army.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company H, 3dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: VicinityChinhung-ni, Korea, 6 November 1950. Entered service at: Elizabethtown, Pa.Born: 20 October 1925, Lancaster, Pa. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as aplatoon commander in Company H, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Grimlydetermined to dislodge a group of heavy enemy infantry units occupyingwell-concealed and strongly fortified positions on commanding ground overlookingunprotected terrain. 2d Lt. Reem moved slowly forward up the side of the ridgewith his platoon in the face of a veritable hail of shattering hostilemachinegun, grenade, and rifle fire. Three times repulsed by a resolute enemyforce in achieving his objective, and pinned down by the continuing fury ofhostile fire, he rallied and regrouped the heroic men in his depleted anddisorganized platoon in preparation for a fourth attack. Issuing last-minuteorders to his noncommissioned officers when an enemy grenade landed in adepression of the rocky ground in which the group was standing, 2d Lt. Reemunhesitatingly chose to sacrifice himself and, springing upon the deadlymissile, absorbed the full impact of the explosion in his body, thus protectingothers from serious injury and possible death. Stouthearted and indomitable, hereadily yielded his own chance of survival that his subordinate leaders mightlive to carry on the fight against a fanatic enemy. His superb courage, cooldecisiveness, and valiant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of certain deathreflect the highest credit upon 2d Lt. Reem and the U.S. Naval Service. Hegallantly gave his life for his country .

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEPH C.

Sergeant (then Pfc.), U.S. Army, Company F, 17thInfantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Munye-ri, Korea,21 May 1951. Entered service at: California. Born: 14 November 1928, SanBernardino, Calif. G.O. No.: 22, 5 February 1952. Citation: Sgt. Rodriguez,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an armed enemy ofthe United Nations. Sgt. Rodriguez, an assistant squad leader of the 2d Platoon,was participating in an attack against a fanatical hostile force occupyingwell-fortified positions on rugged commanding terrain, when his squad's advancewas halted within approximately 60 yards by a withering barrage of automaticweapons and small-arms fire from 5 emplacements directly to the front and rightand left flanks, together with grenades which the enemy rolled down the hilltoward the advancing troops. Fully aware of the odds against him, Sgt. Rodriguezleaped to his feet, dashed 60 yards up the fire-swept slope, and, after lobbinggrenades into the first foxhole with deadly accuracy, ran around the left flank,silenced an automatic weapon with 2 grenades and continued his whirlwind assaultto the top of the peak, wiping out 2 more foxholes and then, reaching the rightflank, he tossed grenades into the remaining emplacement, destroying the gun andannihilating its crew. Sgt. Rodriguez' intrepid actions exacted a toll of 15enemy dead and, as a result of his incredible display of valor, the defense ofthe opposition was broken, and the enemy routed, and the strategic strongpointsecured. His unflinching courage under fire and inspirational devotion to dutyreflect highest credit on himself and uphold the honored traditions of themilitary service.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Heavy Mortar Company, 38thInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Vicinity of Ponggilli,Korea, 12 January 1952. Entered service at: Crooksville, Ohio. Born: 24 October1929, Columbus, Ohio. G.O. No.: 67, 7 July 1952. Citation: Cpl. Rosser,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call ofduty. While assaulting heavily fortified enemy hill positions, Company L, 38thInfantry Regiment, was stopped by fierce automatic-weapons, small-arms,artillery, and mortar fire. Cpl. Rosser, a forward observer was with the leadplatoon of Company L, when it came under fire from 2 directions. Cpl. Rosserturned his radio over to his assistant and, disregarding the enemy fire, chargedthe enemy positions armed with only carbine and a grenade. At the first bunker,he silenced its occupants with a burst from his weapon. Gaining the top of thehill, he killed 2 enemy soldiers, and then went down the trench, killing 5 moreas he advanced. He then hurled his grenade into a bunker and shot 2 othersoldiers as they emerged. Having exhausted his ammunition, he returned throughthe enemy fire to obtain more ammunition and grenades and charged the hill oncemore. Calling on others to follow him, he assaulted 2 more enemy bunkers.Although those who attempted to join him became casualties, Cpl. Rosser onceagain exhausted his ammunition obtained a new supply, and returning to thehilltop a third time hurled grenades into the enemy positions. During thisheroic action Cpl. Rosser single-handedly killed at least 13 of the enemy. Afterexhausting his ammunition he accompanied the withdrawing platoon, and thoughhimself wounded, made several trips across open terrain still under enemy fireto help remove other men injured more seriously than himself. This outstandingsoldier's courageous and selfless devotion to duty is worthy of emulation by allmen. He has contributed magnificently to the high traditions of the militaryservice.

Rank and organization: Corporal, U.S. Army, Company I, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Place and date: Korea, 23 July 1950 to 20 April 1953. Entered service at: New York, NY. Birth: 18 June 1929, Hungary.Citation.Corporal Tibor Rubin distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism during the period from July 23, 1950, to April 20, 1953, while serving as a rifleman with Company I, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division in the Republic of Korea. While his unit was retreating to the Pusan Perimeter, Corporal Rubin was assigned to stay behind to keep open the vital Taegu-Pusan Road link used by his withdrawing unit. During the ensuing battle, overwhelming numbers of North Korean troops assaulted a hill defended solely by Corporal Rubin. He inflicted a staggering number of casualties on the attacking force during his personal 24-hour battle, single-handedly slowing the enemy advance and allowing the 8th Cavalry Regiment to complete its withdrawal successfully. Following the breakout from the Pusan Perimeter, the 8 th Cavalry Regiment proceeded northward and advanced into North Korea. During the advance, he helped capture several hundred North Korean soldiers. On October 30, 1950, Chinese forces attacked his unit at Unsan, North Korea, during a massive nighttime assault. That night and throughout the next day, he manned a .30 caliber machine gun at the south end of the unit's line after three previous gunners became casualties. He continued to man his machine gun until his ammunition was exhausted. His determined stand slowed the pace of the enemy advance in his sector, permitting the remnants of his unit to retreat southward. As the battle raged, Corporal Rubin was severely wounded and captured by the Chinese. Choosing to remain in the prison camp despite offers from the Chinese to return him to his native Hungary, Corporal Rubin disregarded his own personal safety and immediately began sneaking out of the camp at night in search of food for his comrades. Breaking into enemy food storehouses and gardens, he risked certain torture or death if caught. Corporal Rubin provided not only food to the starving Soldiers, but also desperately needed medical care and moral support for the sick and wounded of the POW camp. His brave, selfless efforts were directly attributed to saving the lives of as many as forty of his fellow prisoners. Corporal Rubin's gallant actions in close contact with the enemy and unyielding courage and bravery while a prisoner of war are in the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company A, 13th Engineer CombatBattalion, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sokkogae, Korea, 8 to 10July 1953. Entered service at: Boise, Idaho. Born: 8 October 1933, Boise, Idaho.G.O. No.: 5, 14 January 1955. Citation: Cpl. Schoonover, distinguished himselfby conspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above and beyond the call ofduty in action against the enemy. He was in charge of an engineer demolitionsquad attached to an infantry company which was committed to dislodge the enemyfrom a vital hill. Realizing that the heavy fighting and intense enemy fire madeit impossible to carry out his mission, he voluntarily employed his unit as arifle squad and, forging up the steep barren slope, participated in the assaulton hostile positions. When an artillery round exploded on the roof of an enemybunker, he courageously ran forward and leaped into the position, killing 1hostile infantryman and taking another prisoner. Later in the action, whenfriendly forces were pinned down by vicious fire from another enemy bunker, hedashed through the hail of fire, hurled grenades in the nearest aperture, thenran to the doorway and emptied his pistol, killing the remainder of the enemy.His brave action neutralized the position and enabled friendly troops tocontinue their advance to the crest of the hill. When the enemy counterattackedhe constantly exposed himself to the heavy bombardment to direct the fire of hismen and to call in an effective artillery barrage on hostile forces. Althoughthe company was relieved early the following morning, he voluntarily remained inthe area, manned a machinegun for several hours, and subsequently joined anotherassault on enemy emplacements. When last seen he was operating an automaticrifle with devastating effect until mortally wounded by artillery fire. Cpl.Schoonover's heroic leadership during 2 days of heavy fighting, superb personalbravery, and willing self-sacrifice inspired his comrades and saved many lives,reflecting lasting glory upon himself and upholding the honored traditions ofthe military service.

SCHOWALTER, EDWARD R., JR.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company A, 31st InfantryRegiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kumhwa, Korea, 14 October1952. Entered service at: Metairie, La. Born: 24 December 1927, New Orleans, La.G.O. No.: 6, 28 January 1954. Citation: 1st Lt. Schowalter, commanding, CompanyA, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage aboveand beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Committed to attack andoccupy a key-approach to the primary objective, the 1st Platoon of his companycame under heavy vicious small-arms, grenade, and mortar fire within 50 yards ofthe enemy-held strongpoint, halting the advance and inflicting severalcasualties. The 2d Platoon moved up in support at this juncture, and althoughwounded, 1st Lt. Schowalter continued to spearhead the assault. Nearing theobjective he was severely wounded by a grenade fragment but, refusing medicalaid, he led his men into the trenches and began routing the enemy from thebunkers with grenades. Suddenly from a burst of fire from a hidden cove off thetrench he was again wounded. Although suffering from his wounds, he refused torelinquish command and continued issuing orders and encouraging his men untilthe commanding ground was secured and then he was evacuated. 1st Lt.Schowalter's unflinching courage, extraordinary heroism, and inspirationalleadership reflect the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with thehighest traditions of the military service.

Major, U.S. Air Force, 67th Fighter-Bomber Squadron,18th Fighter-Bomber Group, 5th Air Force. Place and date: Near Hanchang, Korea,5 August 1950. Entered service at: Chicago, Ill. Born: 21 November 1915, HarborBeach. Mich. Citation: Maj. Sebille, distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call ofduty. During an attack on a camouflaged area containing a concentration of enemytroops, artillery, and armored vehicles, Maj. Sebille's F-51 aircraft wasseverely damaged by antiaircraft fire. Although fully cognizant of the shortperiod he could remain airborne, he deliberately ignored the possibility ofsurvival by abandoning the aircraft or by crash landing, and continued hisattack against the enemy forces threatening the security of friendly groundtroops. In his determination to inflict maximum damage upon the enemy, Maj.Sebille again exposed himself to the intense fire of enemy gun batteries anddived on the target to his death. The superior leadership, daring, and selflessdevotion to duty which he displayed in the execution of an extremely dangerousmission were an inspiration to both his subordinates and superiors and reflectthe highest credit upon himself, the U.S. Air Force, and the armed forces of theUnited Nations.

*SHEA, RICHARD T., JR.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company A 17th InfantryRegiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sokkogae, Korea, 6 to 8July 1953. Entered service at: Portsmouth, Va. Born: 3 January 1927, Portsmouth,Va. G.O. No.: 38, 8 June 1955. Citation: 1st Lt. Shea, executive officer,Company A, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitablecourage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. On thenight of 6 July, he was supervising the reinforcement of defensive positionswhen the enemy attacked with great numerical superiority. Voluntarily proceedingto the area most threatened, he organized and led a counterattack and, in thebitter fighting which ensued, closed with and killed 2 hostile soldiers with histrench knife. Calmly moving among the men, checking positions, steadying andurging the troops to hold firm, he fought side by side with them throughout thenight. Despite heavy losses, the hostile force pressed the assault withdetermination, and at dawn made an all-out attempt to overrun friendly elements.Charging forward to meet the challenge, 1st Lt. Shea and his gallant men droveback the hostile troops. Elements of Company G joined the defense on theafternoon of 7 July, having lost key personnel through casualties. Immediatelyintegrating these troops into his unit, 1st Lt. Shea rallied a group of 20 menand again charged the enemy. Although wounded in this action, he refusedevacuation and continued to lead the counterattack. When the assaulting elementwas pinned down by heavy machinegun fire, he personally rushed the emplacementand, firing his carbine and lobbing grenades with deadly accuracy, neutralizedthe weapon and killed 3 of the enemy. With forceful leadership and by his heroicexample, 1st Lt. Shea coordinated and directed a holding action throughout thenight and the following morning. On 8 July, the enemy attacked again. Despiteadditional wounds, he launched a determined counterattack and was last seen inclose hand-to-hand combat with the enemy. 1st Lt. Shea's inspirationalleadership and unflinching courage set an illustrious example of valor to themen of his regiment, reflecting lasting glory upon himself and upholding thenoble traditions of the military service.

*SHUCK, WILLIAM E., JR.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company G, 3dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 3July 1952. Entered service at: Cumberland, Md. Born. 16 August 1926, Cumberland,Md. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader of Company G,in action against enemy aggressor forces. When his platoon was subjected to adevastating barrage of enemy small-arms, grenade, artillery, and mortar fireduring an assault against strongly fortified hill positions well forward of themain line of resistance, S/Sgt. Shuck, although painfully wounded, refusedmedical attention and continued to lead his machinegun squad in the attack.Unhesitatingly assuming command of a rifle squad when the leader became acasualty, he skillfully organized the 2 squads into an attacking force and led 2more daring assaults upon the hostile positions. Wounded a second time, hesteadfastly refused evacuation and remained in the foremost position under heavyfire until assured that all dead and wounded were evacuated. Mortally wounded byan enemy sniper bullet while voluntarily assisting in the removal of the lastcasualty, S/Sgt. Shuck, by his fortitude and great personal valor in the face ofoverwhelming odds, served to inspire all who observed him. His unyieldingcourage throughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and the U.S. NavalService. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, Company F, 2dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 17August 1952. Entered service at: Detroit, Mich. Born: 26 April 1930, Detroit,Mich. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of hislife above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Company F, in actionagainst enemy aggressor forces. While accompanying a patrol en route to occupy acombat outpost forward of friendly lines, Pfc. Simanek exhibited a high degreeof courage and a resolute spirit of self-sacrifice in protecting the lives ofhis fellow marines. With his unit ambushed by an intense concentration of enemymortar and small-arms fire, and suffering heavy casualties, he was forced toseek cover with the remaining members of the patrol in a nearby trench line.Determined to save his comrades when a hostile grenade was hurled into theirmidst, he unhesitatingly threw himself on the deadly missile absorbing theshattering violence of the exploding charge in his body and shielding his fellowmarines from serious injury or death. Gravely wounded as a result of his heroicaction, Pfc. Simanek, by his daring initiative and great personal valor in theface of almost certain death, served to inspire all who observed him and upheldthe highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, Company M, 23dInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Chipyong-ni,Korea, 14 February 1951. Entered service at: Bellwood, Pa. Birth: Bellwood, Pa.G.O. No.: 20, 1 February 1952. Citation: Sfc. Sitman distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction against an armed enemy of the United Nations. Sfc. Sitman, a machinegunsection leader of Company M, was attached to Company I, under attack by anumerically superior hostile force. During the encounter when an enemy grenadeknocked out his machinegun, a squad from Company I, immediately emplaced a lightmachinegun and Sfc. Sitman and his men remained to provide security for thecrew. In the ensuing action, the enemy lobbed a grenade into the position andSfc. Sitman, fully aware of the odds against him, selflessly threw himself onit, absorbing the full force of the explosion with his body. Although mortallywounded in this fearless display of valor, his intrepid act saved 5 men fromdeath or serious injury, and enabled them to continue inflicting withering fireon the ruthless foe throughout the attack. Sfc. Sitman's noble self-sacrificeand consummate devotion to duty reflect lasting glory on himself and uphold thehonored traditions of the military service.

Captain, U.S. Marine Corps, Company G, 3d Battalion,1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Hagaru-ri, Korea, 29and 30 November 1950. Entered service at: Pueblo, Colo. Born: 2 December 1921,Syracuse, Mo. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk ofhis life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of Company G,in action against enemy aggressor forces. Ordered to break throughenemy-infested territory to reinforce his battalion the morning of 29 November,Capt. Sitter continuously exposed himself to enemy fire as he led his companyforward and, despite 25 percent casualties suffered m the furious action,succeeded in driving through to his objective. Assuming the responsibility ofattempting to seize and occupy a strategic area occupied by a hostile force ofregiment strength deeply entrenched on a snow-covered hill commanding the entirevalley southeast of the town, as well as the line of march of friendly troopswithdrawing to the south, he reorganized his depleted units the followingmorning and boldly led them up the steep, frozen hillside under blistering fire,encouraging and redeploying his troops as casualties occurred and directingforward platoons as they continued the drive to the top of the ridge. During thenight when a vastly outnumbering enemy launched a sudden, vicious counterattack,setting the hill ablaze with mortar, machinegun, and automatic-weapons fire andtaking a heavy toll in troops, Capt. Sitter visited each foxhole and gunposition, coolly deploying and integrating reinforcing units consisting ofservice personnel unfamiliar with infantry tactics into a coordinated combatteam and instilling in every man the will and determination to hold his positionat all costs. With the enemy penetrating his lines in repeated counterattackswhich often required hand-to-hand combat, and, on one occasion infiltrating tothe command post with handgrenades, he fought gallantly with his men inrepulsing and killing the fanatic attackers in each encounter. Painfully woundedin the face, arms, and chest by bursting grenades, he staunchly refused to beevacuated and continued to fight on until a successful defense of the area wasassured with a loss to the enemy of more than 50 percent dead, wounded, andcaptured. His valiant leadership, superb tactics, and great personal valorthroughout 36 hours of bitter combat reflect the highest credit upon Capt.Sitter and the U.S. Naval Service.

*SKINNER, SHERROD E., JR.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, BatteryF, 2d Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date:Korea, 26 October 1952. Entered service at: East Lansing, Mich. Born: 29 October1929, Hartford, Conn. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as an artillery forwardobserver of Battery F, in action against enemy aggressor forces on the night of26 October 1952. When his observation post in an extremely critical and vitalsector of the main line of resistance was subjected to a sudden and fanaticalattack by hostile forces, supported by a devastating barrage of artillery andmortar fire which completely severed communication lines connecting the outpostwith friendly firing batteries, 2d Lt. Skinner, in a determined effort to holdhis position, immediately organized and directed the surviving personnel in thedefense of the outpost, continuing to call down fire on the enemy by means ofradio alone until his equipment became damaged beyond repair. Undaunted by theintense hostile barrage and the rapidly-closing attackers, he twice left theprotection of his bunker in order to direct accurate machinegun fire and toreplenish the depleted supply of ammunition and grenades. Although painfullywounded on each occasion, he steadfastly refused medical aid until the rest ofthe men received treatment. As the ground attack reached its climax, hegallantly directed the final defense until the meager supply of ammunition wasexhausted and the position overrun. During the 3 hours that the outpost wasoccupied by the enemy, several grenades were thrown into the bunker which servedas protection for 2d Lt. Skinner and his remaining comrades. Realizing thatthere was no chance for other than passive resistance, he directed his men tofeign death even though the hostile troops entered the bunker and searched theirpersons. Later, when an enemy grenade was thrown between him and 2 othersurvivors, he immediately threw himself on the deadly missile in an effort toprotect the others, absorbing the full force of the explosion and sacrificinghis life for his comrades. By his indomitable fighting spirit, superbleadership, and great personal valor in the face of tremendous odds, 2d Lt.Skinner served to inspire his fellow marines in their heroic stand against theenemy and upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantlygave his life for his country.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company E, 9thInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Yongsan, Korea, 1September 1950. Entered service at: Livingston, Ky. Born: 10 November 1926,Livingston, Ky. G.O. No.: 78, 21 August 1952. Citation: Pfc. Smith,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and outstanding courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action. Pfc. Smith was a gunner in the mortar sectionof Company E, emplaced in rugged mountainous terrain and under attack by anumerically superior hostile force. Bitter fighting ensued and the enemy overranforward elements, infiltrated the perimeter, and rendered friendly positionsuntenable. The mortar section was ordered to withdraw, but the enemy hadencircled and closed in on the position. Observing a grenade lobbed at hisemplacement, Pfc. Smith shouted a warning to his comrades and, fully aware ofthe odds against him, flung himself upon it and smothered the explosion with hisbody. Although mortally wounded in this display of valor, his intrepid act saved5 men from death or serious injury. Pfc. Smith's inspirational conduct andsupreme sacrifice reflect lasting glory on himself and are in keeping with thenoble traditions of the infantry of the U.S. Army.

*SPEICHER, CLIFTON T.

Corporal, U.S. Army, Company F, 223d InfantryRegiment, 40th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Minarigol, Korea, 14 June1952. Entered service at: Gray, Pa. Born: 25 March 1931, Gray, Pa. G.O. No.: 65,19 August 1953. Citation: Cpl. Speicher distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and indomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in actionagainst the enemy. While participating in an assault to secure a key terrainfeature, Cpl. Speicher's squad was pinned down by withering small-arms mortar,and machinegun fire. Although already wounded he left the comparative safety ofhis position, and made a daring charge against the machinegun emplacement.Within 10 yards of the goal, he was again wounded by small-arms fire butcontinued on, entered the bunker, killed 2 hostile soldiers with his rifle, athird with his bayonet, and silenced the machinegun. Inspired by this incredibledisplay of valor, the men quickly moved up and completed the mission. Dazed andshaken, he walked to the foot of the hill where he collapsed and died. Cpl.Speicher's consummate sacrifice and unflinching devotion to duty reflect lastingglory upon himself and uphold the noble traditions of the military service.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company E 8th CavalryRegiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Place and date: Near Sokkogae, Korea, 21 and 22November 1951. Entered service at: Houston Tex. Born: 27 December 1922, PineBluff, Ark. G.O. No.: 82, 20 October 1953. Citation: 1st Lt. Stone,distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. When his platoon, holding avital outpost position, was attacked by overwhelming Chinese forces, 1st Lt.Stone stood erect and exposed to the terrific enemy fire calmly directed his menin the defense. A defensive flame-thrower failing to function, he personallymoved to its location, further exposing himself, and personally repaired theweapon. Throughout a second attack, 1st Lt. Stone; though painfully wounded,personally carried the only remaining light machinegun from place to place inthe position in order to bring fire upon the Chinese advancing from 2directions. Throughout he continued to encourage and direct his depleted platoonin its hopeless defense. Although again wounded, he continued the fight with hiscarbine, still exposing himself as an example to his men. When this finaloverwhelming assault swept over the platoon's position his voice could still beheard faintly urging his men to carry on, until he lost consciousness. Onlybecause of this officer's driving spirit and heroic action was the platoonemboldened to make its brave but hopeless last ditch stand.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company A, 9thInfantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Agok, Korea, 1September 1950. Entered service at: Georgia. Born: 20 July 1931, Buena Vista,Ga. G.O. No.: 70, 2 August 1951. Citation: Pfc. Story, distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction. A savage daylight attack by elements of 3 enemy divisions penetrated thethinly held lines of the 9th Infantry. Company A beat off several banzai attacksbut was bypassed and in danger of being cut off and surrounded. Pfc. Story, aweapons squad leader, was heavily engaged in stopping the early attacks and hadjust moved his squad to a position overlooking the Naktong River when heobserved a large group of the enemy crossing the river to attack Company A.Seizing a machinegun from his wounded gunner he placed deadly fire on thehostile column killing or wounding an estimated 100 enemy soldiers. Facingcertain encirclement the company commander ordered a withdrawal. During the movePfc. Story noticed the approach of an enemy truck loaded with troops and towingan ammunition trailer. Alerting his comrades to take cover he fearlessly stoodin the middle of the road, throwing grenades into the truck. Out of grenades hecrawled to his squad, gathered up additional grenades and again attacked thevehicle. During the withdrawal the company was attacked by such superior numbersthat it was forced to deploy in a rice field. Pfc. Story was wounded in thisaction, but, disregarding his wounds, rallied the men about him and repelled theattack. Realizing that his wounds would hamper his comrades he refused to retireto the next position but remained to cover the company's withdrawal. When lastseen he was firing every weapon available and fighting off another hostileassault. Private Story's extraordinary heroism, aggressive leadership, andsupreme devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon himself and were inkeeping with the esteemed traditions of the military service.

Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, Company B, 27thInfantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Kumhwa, Korea,12 September 1951. Entered service at: Wisconsin. Birth: Wausau, Wis. G.O. No.:31, 21 March 1952. Citation: 2d Lt. Sudut distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Hisplatoon, attacking heavily fortified and strategically located hostileemplacements, had been stopped by intense fire from a large bunker containingseveral firing posts. Armed with submachinegun, pistol, and grenades, 2d Lt.Sudut charged the emplacement alone through vicious hostile fire, killing 3 ofthe occupants and dispersing the remainder. Painfully wounded, he returned toreorganize his platoon, refused evacuation and led his men in a renewed attack.The enemy had returned to the bunker by means of connecting trenches from otheremplacements and the platoon was again halted by devastating fire. Accompaniedby an automatic-rifleman 2d Lt. Sudut again charged into close-range fire toeliminate the position. When the rifleman was wounded, 2d Lt. Sudut seized hisweapon and continued alone, killing 3 of the 4 remaining occupants. Thoughmortally wounded and his ammunition exhausted, he jumped into the emplacementand killed the remaining enemy soldier with his trench knife. His single-handedassaults so inspired his comrades that they continued the attack and drove theenemy from the hill, securing the objective. 2d Lt. Sudut's consummate fightingspirit, outstanding leadership, and gallant self-sacrifice are in keeping withthe finest traditions of the infantry and the U.S. Army.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, 24th Company M, 24thInfantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Haman, Korea, 6August 1950. Entered service at: Bronx, N.Y. Birth: New York, N.Y. G.O. No.: 63,2 August 1951. Citation: Pfc. Thompson, distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action againstthe enemy. While his platoon was reorganizing under cover of darkness, fanaticalenemy forces in overwhelming strength launched a surprise attack on the unit.Pfc. Thompson set up his machinegun in the path of the onslaught and swept theenemy with withering fire, pinning them down momentarily thus permitting theremainder of his platoon to withdraw to a more tenable position. Although hitrepeatedly by grenade fragments and small-arms fire, he resisted all efforts ofhis comrades to induce him to withdraw, steadfastly remained at his machinegunand continued to deliver deadly, accurate fire until mortally wounded by anenemy grenade. Pfc. Thompson's dauntless courage and gallant self-sacrificereflect the highest credit on himself and uphold the esteemed traditions ofmilitary service.

Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, 2d ReconnaissanceCompany, 2d Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Yongsan, Korea, 1 September1950. Entered service at: Massachusetts. Birth: Boston, Mass. G.O. No.: 10, 16February 1951. Citation: Sfc. Turner distinguished himself by conspicuousgallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action againstthe enemy. A large enemy force launched a mortar and automatic weapon supportedassault against his platoon. Sfc. Turner, a section leader, quickly organizedhis unit for defense and then observed that the attack was directed at the tanksection 100 yards away. Leaving his secured section he dashed through a hail offire to the threatened position and, mounting a tank, manned the exposed turretmachinegun. Disregarding the intense enemy fire he calmly held this positiondelivering deadly accurate fire and pointing out targets for the tank's 75mm.gun. His action resulted in the destruction of 7 enemy machinegun nests.Although severely wounded he remained at the gun shouting encouragement to hiscomrades. During the action the tank received over 50 direct hits; theperiscopes and antenna were shot away and 3 rounds hit the machinegun mount.Despite this fire he remained at his post until a burst of enemy fire cost himhis life. This intrepid and heroic performance enabled the platoon to withdrawand later launch an attack which routed the enemy. Sfc. Turner's valor andexample reflect the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with theesteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Company B,1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date:Vicinity of Sudong, Korea, 2 November 1950. Entered service at: Arlington, Wash.Born: 17 March 1925, Juneau, Alaska. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry andintrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty whileserving as a platoon sergeant in Company B, in action against enemy aggressorforces. Immediately rallying the men in his area after a fanatical andnumerically superior enemy force penetrated the center of the line under coverof darkness and pinned down the platoon with a devastating barrage of deadlyautomatic weapons and grenade fire, S/Sgt. Van Winkle boldly spearheaded adetermined attack through withering fire against hostile frontal positions and,though he and all the others who charged with him were wounded, succeeded inenabling his platoon to gain the fire superiority and the opportunity toreorganize. Realizing that the left flank squad was isolated from the rest ofthe unit, he rushed through 40 yards of fierce enemy fire to reunite his troopsdespite an elbow wound which rendered 1 of his arms totally useless. Severelywounded a second time when a direct hit in the chest from a hostile handgrenadecaused serious and painful wounds, he staunchly refused evacuation and continuedto shout orders and words of encouragement to his depleted and battered platoon.Finally carried from his position unconscious from shock and from loss of blood,S/Sgt. Van Winkle served to inspire all who observed him to heroic efforts insuccessfully repulsing the enemy attack. His superb leadership, valiant fightingspirit, and unfaltering devotion to duty in the face of heavy odds reflect thehighest credit upon himself and the U.S. Naval Service.

Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, Company F, 2dBattalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Hill 749,Korea, 15 and 16 September 1951. Entered service at: Beverly, Mass. Born: 1August 1929, Beverly, Mass. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidityat the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as anautomatic-rifleman in Company F, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Witha forward platoon suffering heavy casualties and forced to withdraw under avicious enemy counterattack as his company assaulted strong hostile forcesentrenched on Hill 749, Cpl. Vittori boldly rushed through the withdrawingtroops with 2 other volunteers from his reserve platoon and plunged directlyinto the midst of the enemy. Overwhelming them in a fierce hand-to-handstruggle, he enabled his company to consolidate its positions to meet furtherimminent onslaughts. Quick to respond to an urgent call for a rifleman to defenda heavy machinegun positioned on the extreme point of the northern flank andvirtually isolated from the remainder of the unit when the enemy again struck inforce during the night, he assumed position under the devastating barrage and,fighting a single-handed battle, leaped from 1 flank to the other, covering eachfoxhole in turn as casualties continued to mount manning a machinegun when thegunner was struck down and making repeated trips through the heaviest shellfireto replenish ammunition. With the situation becoming extremely critical,reinforcing units to the rear pinned down under the blistering attack andfoxholes left practically void by dead and wounded for a distance of 100 yards,Cpl. Vittori continued his valiant stand, refusing to give ground as the enemypenetrated to within feet of his position, simulating strength in the line anddenying the foe physical occupation of the ground. Mortally wounded by the enemymachinegun and rifle bullets while persisting in his magnificent defense of thesector where approximately 200 enemy dead were found the following morning, Cpl.Vittori, by his fortitude, stouthearted courage, and great personal valor, hadkept the point position intact despite the tremendous odds and undoubtedlyprevented the entire battalion position from collapsing. His extraordinaryheroism throughout the furious nightlong battle reflects the highest credit uponhimself and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

*WALMSLEY, JOHN S., JR.

Captain, U.S. Air Force, 8th Bombardment Squadron, 3dBomb Group. Place and date: Near Yangdok, Korea, 14 September 1951. Enteredservice at: Baltimore, Md. Born. 7 January 1920, Baltimore, Md. Citation: Capt.Walmsley, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. While flying a B-26 aircrafton a night combat mission with the objective of developing new tactics, Capt.Walmsley sighted an enemy supply train which had been assigned top priority as atarget of opportunity. He immediately attacked, producing a strike whichdisabled the train, and, when his ammunition was expended, radioed for friendlyaircraft in the area to complete destruction of the target. Employing thesearchlight mounted on his aircraft, he guided another B-26 aircraft to thetarget area, meanwhile constantly exposing himself to enemy fire. Directing anincoming B-26 pilot, he twice boldly aligned himself with the target, hissearchlight illuminating the area, in a determined effort to give the attackingaircraft full visibility. As the friendly aircraft prepared for the attack,Capt. Walmsley descended into the valley in a low level run over the target withsearchlight blazing, selflessly exposing himself to vicious enemy antiaircraftfire. In his determination to inflict maximum damage on the enemy, he refused toemploy evasive tactics and valiantly pressed forward straight through an intensebarrage, thus insuring complete destruction of the enemy's vitally needed warcargo. While he courageously pressed his attack Capt. Walmsley's plane was hitand crashed into the surrounding mountains, exploding upon impact. His heroicinitiative and daring aggressiveness in completing this important mission in theface of overwhelming opposition and at the risk of his life, reflects thehighest credit upon himself and the U.S. Air Force.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company I, 3dBattalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Korea, 7October 1952. Entered service at: Seneca, S.C. Born. 6 June 1925, Seneca, S.C.Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lifeabove and beyond the call of duty while serving as a guide of a rifle platoon ofCompany I, in action against enemy aggressor forces during the hours of darknesson the morning of 7 October 1952. With his platoon assigned the mission ofretaking an outpost which had been overrun by the enemy earlier in the night,S/Sgt. Watkins skillfully led his unit in the assault up the designated hill.Although painfully wounded when a well-entrenched hostile force at the crest ofthe hill engaged the platoon with intense small-arms and grenade fire, hegallantly continued to lead his men. Obtaining an automatic rifle from 1 of thewounded men, he assisted in pinning down an enemy machinegun holding up theassault. When an enemy grenade landed among S/Sgt. Watkins and several othermarines while they were moving forward through a trench on the hill crest, heimmediately pushed his companions aside, placed himself in a position to shieldthem and picked up the deadly missile in an attempt to throw it outside thetrench. Mortally wounded when the grenade exploded in his hand, S/Sgt. Watkins,by his great personal valor in the face of almost certain death, saved the livesof several of his comrades and contributed materially to the success of themission. His extraordinary heroism, inspiring leadership, and resolute spirit ofself-sacrifice reflect the highest credit upon himself and enhance the finesttraditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for hiscountry.

Master Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company H, 9th InfantryRegiment, 2d Infantry Division Place and date: Near Yongsan, Korea, 31 Augustthrough 3 September 1950. Entered service at: Texas. Birth: Waldo, Ark. G.O.No.: 9, 16 February 1951. Citation: M/Sgt. Watkins distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty inaction against the enemy. When an overwhelming enemy force broke through andisolated 30 men of his unit, he took command, established a perimeter defenseand directed action which repelled continuous, fanatical enemy assaults. Withhis group completely surrounded and cut off, he moved from foxhole to foxholeexposing himself to enemy fire, giving instructions and offering encouragementto his men. Later when the need for ammunition and grenades became critical heshot 2 enemy soldiers 50 yards outside the perimeter and went out alone fortheir ammunition and weapons. As he picked up their weapons he was attacked by 3others and wounded. Returning their fire he killed all 3 and gathering up theweapons of the 5 enemy dead returned to his amazed comrades. During a laterassault, 6 enemy soldiers gained a defiladed spot and began to throw grenadesinto the perimeter making it untenable. Realizing the desperate situation anddisregarding his wound he rose from his foxhole to engage them with rifle fire.Although immediately hit by a burst from an enemy machinegun he continued tofire until he had killed the grenade throwers. With this threat eliminated hecollapsed and despite being paralyzed from the waist down, encouraged his men tohold on. He refused all food, saving it for his comrades, and when it becameapparent that help would not arrive in time to hold the position ordered his mento escape to friendly lines. Refusing evacuation as his hopeless condition wouldburden his comrades, he remained in his position and cheerfully wished themluck. Through his aggressive leadership and intrepid actions, this small forcedestroyed nearly 500 of the enemy before abandoning their position. M/Sgt.Watkins' sustained personal bravery and noble self-sacrifice reflect the highestglory upon himself and is in keeping with the esteemed traditions of the U.S.Army.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company L, 14thInfantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sataeri, Korea,12 October 1952. Entered service at: Wurtland Ky. Born: 2 September 1931,Russell, Ky. G.O. No.: 7, 29 January i954. Citation: Pfc. West distinguishedhimself by conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty in actionagainst the enemy. He voluntarily accompanied a contingent to locate and destroya reported enemy outpost. Nearing the objective, the patrol was ambushed andsuffered numerous casualties. Observing his wounded leader Iying in an exposedposition, Pfc. West ordered the troops to withdraw, then braved intense fire toreach and assist him. While attempting evacuation, he was attacked by 3 hostilesoldiers employing grenades and small-arms fire. Quickly shifting his body toshelter the officer, he killed the assailants with his rifle, then carried thehelpless man to safety. He was critically wounded and lost an eye in thisaction. but courageously returned through withering fire and bursting shells toassist the wounded. While evacuating 2 comrades, he closed with and killed 3more of the foe. Pfc. West's indomitable spirit, consummate valor, and intrepidactions inspired all who observed him, reflect the highest credit on himself,and uphold the honored traditions of the military service.

First Lieutenant (then M/Sgt.), U.S. Army Company I,31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Place and date: NearHwach'on-Myon, Korea, 5 June 1951. Entered service at: Vashon, Wash. Birth:Vashon, Wash. G.O. No.: 69, 23 September 1954. Citation: 1st Lt. Wilsondistinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above andbeyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. Company I was committed toattack and secure commanding terrain stubbornly defended by a numericallysuperior hostile force emplaced in well-fortified positions. When thespearheading element was pinned down by withering hostile fire, he dashedforward and, firing his rifle and throwing grenades, neutralized the positiondenying the advance and killed 4 enemy soldiers manning submachineguns. Afterthe assault platoon moved up, occupied the position, and a base of fire wasestablished, he led a bayonet attack which reduced the objective and killedapproximately 27 hostile soldiers. While friendly forces were consolidating thenewly won gain, the enemy launched a counterattack and 1st Lt. Wilson, realizingthe imminent threat of being overrun, made a determined lone-man charge, killing7 and wounding 2 of the enemy, and routing the remainder in disorder. After theposition was organized, he led an assault carrying to approximately 15 yards ofthe final objective, when enemy fire halted the advance. He ordered the platoonto withdraw and, although painfully wounded in this action, remained to providecovering fire. During an ensuing counterattack, the commanding officer and 1stPlatoon leader became casualties. Unhesitatingly, 1st Lt. Wilson charged theenemy ranks and fought valiantly, killing 3 enemy soldiers with his rifle beforeit was wrested from his hands, and annihilating 4 others with his entrenchingtool. His courageous delaying action enabled his comrades to reorganize andeffect an orderly withdrawal. While directing evacuation of the wounded, hesuffered a second wound, but elected to remain on the position until assuredthat all of the men had reached safety. 1st Lt. Wilson's sustained valor andintrepid actions reflect utmost credit upon himself and uphold the honoredtraditions of the military service.

Technical Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve,Company G, 3d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place anddate: Korea, 23-24 April 1951. Entered service at: Birmingham, Ala. Born: SDecember 1921, Birmingham, Ala. Citation: For gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as platoonsergeant of a rifle platoon attached to Company G, in action against enemyaggressor forces on the night of 23-24 April 1951. When the company outpost wasoverrun by the enemy while his platoon, firing from hastily constructedfoxholes, was engaged in resisting the brunt of a fierce mortar, machinegun,grenade, and small-arms attack launched by hostile forces from high ground undercover of darkness, T/Sgt. Wilson braved intense fire to assist the survivorsback into the line and to direct the treatment of casualties. Although twicewounded by gunfire, in the right arm and the left leg, he refused medical aidfor himself and continued to move about among his men, shouting words ofencouragement. After receiving further wounds in the head and shoulder as theattack increased in intensity, he again insisted upon remaining with his unit.Unable to use either arm to fire, and with mounting casualties among our forces,he resupplied his men with rifles and ammunition taken from the wounded.Personally reporting to his company commander on several occasions, he requestedand received additional assistance when the enemy attack became even more fierceand, after placing the reinforcements in strategic positions in the line,directed effective fire until blown off his feet by the bursting of a hostilemortar round in his face. Dazed and suffering from concussion, he still refusedmedical aid and, despite weakness from loss of blood, moved from foxhole tofoxhole, directing fire, resupplying ammunition, rendering first aid, andencouraging his men. By his heroic actions in the face of almost certain death,when the unit's ability to hold the disadvantageous position was doubtful, heinstilled confidence in his troops, inspiring them to rally repeatedly and turnback the furious assaults. At dawn, after the final attack had been repulsed, hepersonally accounted for each man in his platoon before walking unassisted l/2mile to the aid station where he submitted to treatment. His outstandingcourage, initiative, and skilled leadership in the face of overwhelming oddswere contributing factors in the success of his company's mission and reflectthe highest credit upon T/Sgt. Wilson and the U.S. Naval Service.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Co. 1, MedicalCompany, 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment. Place and date: Opari, Korea, 21October 1950. Entered service at: Cape Girardeau Mo. Born: 19 August 1931,Marion, Ill. G.O. No.: 64, 2 August 1951. Citation: Pfc. Wilson distinguishedhimself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call ofduty in action. As medical aid man attached to Company I, he accompanied theunit during a reconnaissance in force through the hilly country near Opari. Themain body of the company was passing through a narrow valley flanked on 3 sidesby high hills when the enemy laid down a barrage of mortar, automatic-weaponsand small-arms fire. The company suffered a large number of casualties from theintense hostile fire while fighting its way out of the ambush. Pfc. Wilsonproceeded at once to move among the wounded and administered aid to themoblivious of the danger to himself, constantly exposing himself to hostile fire.The company commander ordered a withdrawal as the enemy threatened to encircleand isolate the company. As his unit withdrew Private Wilson assisted woundedmen to safety and assured himself that none were left behind. After the companyhad pulled back he learned that a comrade previously thought dead had been seento be moving and attempting to crawl to safety. Despite the protests of hiscomrades, unarmed and facing a merciless enemy, Pfc. Wilson returned to thedangerous position in search of his comrade. Two days later a patrol found himIying beside the man he returned to aid. He had been shot several times whiletrying to shield and administer aid to the wounded man. Pfc. Wilson's superbpersonal bravery, consummate courage and willing self-sacrifice for his comradesreflect untold glory upon himself and uphold the esteemed traditions of themilitary service.

*WINDRICH, WILLIAM G.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company I, 3dBattalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Vicinity ofYudam-ni, Korea, 1 December 1950. Entered service at: Hammond, Ind. Born: 14 May1921, Chicago, Ill. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at therisk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a platoon sergeant ofCompany I, in action against enemy aggressor forces the night of 1 December1950. Promptly organizing a squad of men when the enemy launched a sudden,vicious counterattack against the forward elements of his company's position,rendering it untenable, S/Sgt. Windrich, armed with a carbine, spearheaded theassault to the top of the knoll immediately confronting the overwhelming forcesand, under shattering hostile automatic-weapons, mortar, and grenade fire,directed effective fire to hold back the attackers and cover the withdrawal ofour troops to commanding ground. With 7 of his men struck down during thefurious action and himself wounded in the head by a bursting grenade, he madehis way to his company's position and, organizing a small group of volunteers,returned with them to evacuate the wounded and dying from the frozen hillside,staunchly refusing medical attention himself. Immediately redeploying theremainder of his troops, S/Sgt. Windrich placed them on the left flank of thedefensive sector before the enemy again attacked in force. Wounded in the legduring the bitter fight that followed, he bravely fought on with his men,shouting words of encouragement and directing their fire until the attack wasrepelled. Refusing evacuation although unable to stand, he still continued todirect his platoon in setting up defensive positions until weakened by thebitter cold, excessive loss of blood, and severe pain, he lapsed intounconsciousness and died. His valiant leadership, fortitude, and courageousfighting spirit against tremendous odds served to inspire others to heroicendeavor in holding the objective and reflect the highest credit upon S/Sgt.Windrich and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Medical Company, 14thInfantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Place and date: Near Sokso-ri, Korea,12 March 1952. Entered service at: Mill Springs, N.C. Birth: Mill Springs, N.C.G.O. No.: 5, 12 January 1953. Citation: Pfc. Womack distinguished himself byconspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty in action against theenemy. Pfc. Womack was the only medical aid man attached to a night combatpatrol when sudden contact with a numerically superior enemy produced numerouscasualties. Pfc. Womack went immediately to their aid, although thisnecessitated exposing himself to a devastating hail of enemy fire, during whichhe was seriously wounded. Refusing medical aid for himself, he continued movingamong his comrades to administer aid. While he was aiding 1 man, he was againstruck by enemy mortar fire, this time suffering the loss of his right arm.Although he knew the consequences should immediate aid not be administered, hestill refused aid and insisted that all efforts be made for the benefit ofothers that were wounded. Although unable to perform the task himself, heremained on the scene and directed others in first aid techniques. The last manto withdraw, he walked until he collapsed from loss of blood, and died a fewminutes later while being carried by his comrades. The extraordinary heroism,outstanding courage, and unswerving devotion to his duties displayed by Pfc.Womack reflect the utmost distinction upon himself and uphold the esteemedtraditions of the U.S. Army.

Private First Class, U.S. Army, Company E, 8thCavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. Place and date: North of Kaesong, Korea,9 October 1950. Entered service at: Vallejo, Calif. Born: 4 March 1929,Oroville. Calif. G.O. No.: 65, 2 August 1951. Citation: Pfc. Young distinguishedhimself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call ofduty in action. His company, spearheading a battalion drive deep in enemyterritory, suddenly came under a devastating barrage of enemy mortar andautomatic weapons crossfire which inflicted heavy casualties among his comradesand wounded him in the face and shoulder. Refusing to be evacuated, Pfc. Youngremained in position and continued to fire at the enemy until wounded a secondtime. As he awaited first aid near the company command post the enemy attemptedan enveloping movement. Disregarding medical treatment he took an exposedposition and firing with deadly accuracy killed 5 of the enemy. During thisaction he was again hit by hostile fire which knocked him to the ground anddestroyed his helmet. Later when supporting tanks moved forward, Pfc. Young, hiswounds still unattended, directed tank fire which destroyed 3 enemy gunpositions and enabled the company to advance. Wounded again by an enemy mortarburst, and while aiding several of his injured comrades, he demanded that allothers be evacuated first. Throughout the course of this action the leadershipand combative instinct displayed by Pfc. Young exerted a profound influence onthe conduct of the company. His aggressive example affected the whole course ofthe action and was responsible for its success. Pfc. Young's dauntless courageand intrepidity reflect the highest credit upon himself and uphold the esteemedtraditions of the U.S. Army.

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