Cage, Phil B.

HEADQUARTERS
FAR EAST AIR FORCES
APO 925

GENERAL ORDERS
NUMBER 22 30 January 1951

LIEUTENANT COLONEL PHIL B. CAGE, United States Air Force. Colonel Cage distinguished himself by gallantry in action against the enemy on 8 December 1950. Landing his C-47 transport airplane on a 1900 foot landing strip that had been hastily scraped from frozen sod at Koto-Ri, Korea, he effected the evacuation of 19 casualties who were doomed to perish from exposure or enemy capture. The peculiar location of the landing strip, which was the only level spot in the vicinity of the battlefront, made it necessary for Colonel CAGE to fly his C-47 down a narrow valley which was flanked on both sides by thousands of enemy troops. As he let down on his approach to the landing strip, ridges, 2000 feet high, formed a physical hazard on each side. This hazard was further increased by intense napalm smoke, burning of abandoned supplies, and a light falling snow. As a follow-up to his daring flight, 312 additional wounded troops were swiftly evacuated by other C-47 pilots who emulated his example. Colonel CAGE accomplished his mission literally within range of overwhelming enemy forces who surged to within 200 yards of Koto-Ri airstrip. His heroism, courageous devotion to duty, and superior leadership reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Calderon, Gilberto

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 19 - 26 January 1951

CORPORAL GILBERTO CALDERON, ER30411615, Company "D", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 22 December 1950, near Tong-ni, Korea, Corporal Calderon distinguished himself in action against the enemy. When an enemy column, which was approximately one-hundred and fifty in number, was moving toward his position, Corporal Calderon, assistant machine gunner, and the gunner waited until the column was about one-hundred yards from their machine gun and then commenced firing. Almost immediately a concentration of fire from mortars, automatic weapons, and small arms was brought by the enemy upon Corporal Calderon's position but he continued to carry out his duties in an outstanding manner. During this action, he left the machine gun and went for ammunition through intense enemy fire. Upon returning he calmly assisted the gunner in repairing the machine gun which had jammed. As enemy mortar fire began landing as close as fifteen yards from his position, Corporal Calderon assisted in moving the machine gun to another position where he carried on his mission forcing the enemy to deploy and withdraw leaving behind eighty-one dead and four wounded. Corporal Calderon's resourcefulness and heroism on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Camacho, PFC Pedro A. Santana

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 197 - 19 June 1953

Private First Class Pedro A. Santana Camacho, US50106679, Infantry, Medical Company, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the early evening of 14 February 1953, a friendly truck was struck by an enemy mortar round while proceeding up a road directly behind the Company "F" sector of the main line of resistance in the vicinity of Songdong-ni, Korea. The two men riding in the truck were critically wounded as a result of receiving the direct hit. Having observed the entire incident, Private SANTANA CAMACHO, a medical aid man of Company "F", left the comparative safety of his bunker, and set out for the wounded men in a litter truck. After stopping several times to avoid being hit by enemy fire, he succeeded in reaching the wounded men and began to administer first aid to them. He then placed the men on litters and put them into the truck. The increasing mortar fire forced him to place the truck under cover. Realizing that the delay in evacuating the men to the rear placed their lives in further jeopardy, he braved the hail of fire and started down the road leading to the 2d Battalion Aid Station. He arrived safely there and delivered the casualties to the surgeon. As a result of his actions, the lives of two critically wounded men were saved. Private SANTANA CAMACHO'S outstanding heroism and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from Puerto Rico.

Carlton, Merrill H. (USAF)

HEADQUARTERS
FAR EAST AIR FORCES
APO 925

GENERAL ORDERS
NUMBER 48 11 February 1951

AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR. By direction of the President, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918), and pursuant to authority contained in Air Force Regulation 30-14, 22 August 1950 and Section VII, General Order Number 63, Department of the Air Force, 19 September 1950, the Silver Star for gallantry in action against an enemy during the period indicated is awarded to Lieutenant Colonel (then Maj) MERRILL H. CARLTON, United States Air Force.

Colonel CARLTON distinguished himself by meritorious achievement and conspicuous gallantry in aerial flight on 20 July 1950 in support of the United Nations Forces as pilot of and unarmed T-6 aircraft in the vicinity of Tanyang, Korea. While on a visual reconnaissance flight over mountainous terrain, deep in enemy territory, with enemy air opposition probable and expected, Colonel CARLTON observed several gun positions, three vehicles, and five hay stacks which later proved to be camouflaged enemy medium tanks waiting to attack friendly forces. Realizing the military value of the targets and the damage that could be inflicted on friendly troops, Colonel CARLTON immediately vectored friendly fighter aircraft to the area. With complete disregard for personal safety he dove his aircraft to within a few feet of the ground to pinpoint the targets for the fighters. Although enemy ground fire had damaged his aircraft and the enemy attacks continued, Colonel CARLTON remained in the area and directed the fighter strike which resulted in total destruction of three gun positions, three vehicles, three tanks, and rendered the remainder ineffective in battle. The aggressiveness, courage under fire, and intense devotion to duty displayed by Colonel CARLTON reflect great credit upon himself, the Far East Air Forces, and the United States Air Force.

Carreras, Roberto

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 14 - 24 January 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS ROBERTO CARRERAS, RA10406512, Infantry, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army, is cited for gallantry in action. On 27 November 1950, near Kowan, Korea, Private CARRERAS platoon had established contact with a numerically superior enemy force while advancing through a small village. The lead elements of the platoon received intensified fire from automatic weapons while moving forward. Realizing that the enemy fire was causing considerable hindrance to the advance of the platoon, he, with utter disregard for his personal safety, moved his vehicle to an exposed position to the front of the platoon and began firing the fifty caliber machine gun mounted on the vehicle. Immediately the enemy concentrated their fire on Private CARRERAS in an attempt to render his weapon useless. Then he moved his vehicle to a more covered position and resumed firing at the enemy supporting the platoon's advance. His intrepid action caused the enemy to concentrate their fire upon him enabling the platoon to move forward successfully. The inspirational heroism under fire displayed by Private CARRERAS exemplifies the highest traditions of the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Carrion, Jose A. Rivera

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 177 - 5 June 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS JOSE A. RIVERA CARRION, RA57011159, Infantry, Company "G", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 19 February 1951, near Myongil-li, Korea, "G" Company's mission was to capture Hill 88 and, as the company moved into the assault, it immediately received intense enemy small arms fire. Because of the enemy's almost perfect use of camouflage and color, detection of their emplacements was difficult. When the order for the final assault was given, Private RIVERA CARRION, with complete disregard for his personal safety, immediately ran in front of the advancing company to charge the enemy positions with hand grenades. He blasted the enemy out of the dugouts so that his advancing comrades were able to inflict heavy casualties and drive the enemy from the hill. After Hill 88 was secured, heavy enemy mortar fire caused several casualties in other platoons and Private RIVERA CARRION voluntarily assisted in the evacuation of the wounded although mortar rounds were still falling in the area. The gallantry and courage displayed by Private RIVERA CARRION reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Cartagena, Victor

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 546 - 30 November 1951

MASTER SERGEANT (then SERGEANT FIRST CLASS) VICTOR CARTAGENA, RA10401644, Infantry, Company "E", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army, On 22 April 1951, Company "E" attacked and captured a hill near Onsu-Dong, Korea; during the engagement which lasted approximately three hours, Sergeant CARTAGENA constantly exposed himself in order to point out and fire on enemy targets. That night, hostile forces attacked and subjected the platoon command post, held by Sergeant CARTAGENA and a few others, to severe fire. The enemy, of estimated battalion strength, continued to attack until daylight; and, while a slight withdrawal of friendly troops was necessary, Sergeant CARTAGENA personally silenced an enemy machine gun, organized defenses at great risk to himself and, with various weapons, inflected such heavy casualties on the enemy that they withdrew leaving a greater part of the objective in friendly hands. The gallantry and superb courage displayed by Sergeant CARTAGENA reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Castleberry, Warren E.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Warren E. Castleberry (MCSN: 1190604), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with a Marine Infantry Company of the First Marine Division (Reinforced), in Korea, on 26 October 1952. Serving as an anti-tank assault Squad Leader, Corporal Castleberry displayed outstanding courage, initiative and devotion to duty during an enemy attack on the company position. Upon seeing a group of wounded Marines, under direct enemy machine gun fire, he voluntarily led a three-man rescue team to their aid. After advancing through devastating hostile fire to the position, he found it impossible to evacuate the casualties because of the concentrated enemy fire in the area. Expressing complete disregard for his personal safety, he positioned himself in an exposed area to draw the enemy fire and enabled the rescue team to remove the wounded Marines. He remained in his position, delivering rifle fire on the enemy machine gun emplacements, until the casualties had been evacuated. Corporal Castleberry's gallant and courageous actions served as an inspiration to all who observed him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Castro, Charles H.

AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 2d INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 562 - 3 October 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS CHARLES H. CASTRO, ER38676096, Infantry, Army of the United States, a member of Company F, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by gallantry in action on 19 August 1951 in the vicinity of Yao-dong, Korea.  On this date, under cover of fog and heavy underbrush, the enemy infiltrated Company F's position.  With grenades the enemy attacked the positions on the forward slope of the hill, driving friendly troops to the reverse side.  Private Castro, immediately picked up a 30-caliber light machine gun, and with a belt of ammunition over his shoulder, moved over the crest of the hill, firing the weapon as he moved under intense enemy grenade and small arms fire, inflicting numerous enemy casualties.  His courageous action dispersed the enemy patrol forcing it to withdraw, and enabled his platoon to move forward in support of the adjoining platoon which was under heavy attack by another enemy force.  The gallantry in action displayed by Private Castro reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.  Entered the military service from Texas.

Causey, Clay H.

AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 2d INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS  # 562 - 3 October 1951

MASTER SERGEANT CLAY H. CAUSEY, RA15234479, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by gallantry in action on 27 August 1951 in the vicinity of Chin-kogae, Korea.  On this date the outpost positions of F and G Companies were attacked by a numerically superior enemy force.  After repeated assaults, the two units were forced to withdraw with many casualties.  Sergeant CAUSEY reformed the platoon and voluntarily led them to defensive positions under intense enemy small arms fire.  When the enemy attacked the new position, Sergeant CAUSEY, after exhausting his carbine ammunition, manned a machine gun to help drive back the fanatical attack.  Sergeant CAUSEY's outstanding leadership and courage were responsible for the successful defense of the perimeter.  The gallantry and devotion to duty demonstrated by Sergeant CAUSEY reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.  Entered the military service from Pennsylvania.

Cavazos, Richard E.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 194 - 22 June 1953

First Lieutenant RICHARD E. CAVAZOS, 064593, Infantry, Company "E", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the early morning hours of 25 February 1953, Company "E", of which Lieutenant CAVAZOS was a platoon leader, was attacked by a large enemy force in the vicinity of Sangdong-Ni, Korea. The friendly company repulsed the hostile assault and inflicted numerous casualties. By the light of a flare, Lieutenant CAVAZOS observed an enemy soldier lying wounded not far to the front of his position. He requested and obtained permission to lead a small force to secure the prisoner. Intense enemy mortar and small arms fire completely blanketed the route to be covered. Nevertheless, Lieutenant CAVAZOS, with complete disregard for his personal safety, continued alone through the enemy fire to capture and return with the enemy soldier. Lieutenant CAVAZOS' outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from Texas.

Cave, 1st Lt. Edmund H.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 355 - 14 August 1951

FIRST LIEUTENANT EDMUND H. CAVE, 059411, Infantry, Heavy Mortar Company, 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 26 April 1951, near Yungam-ni, Korea, a large enemy force powerfully attacked and penetrated the western portion of Lieutenant CAVE'S company's perimeter. Heedless of the severe hostile fire, Lieutenant CAVE skillfully reorganized the defense line into a tight resisting force which succeeded in beating off all further enemy attacks. When the ammunition began to run low, Lieutenant CAVE, disregarding the danger to his own safety, worked his way through the hostile fusillade to an ammunition truck located in temporarily held enemy territory and returned to his own lines. Not only once but twice did Lieutenant CAVE perform this daring action, thus keeping his troops supplied with vital ammunition. The gallant devotion to duty exhibited by Lieutenant CAVE reflects the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Chaloupke, PFC Frank J.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 363- August 28, 1953

Private First Class (then Private) FRANK J. CHALOUPKE, US52177582, Army Medical Service, Medical Company, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the afternoon of 10 June 1953, Private CHALOUPKE accompanied Company "F" in its attack on the enemy held Hill "412" in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea. When Private CHALOUPKE found that two wounded men from his platoon lay near the mouth of an enemy cave, unhesitatingly and without regard for his personal safety, he attempted to go to their aid. As he approached the enemy cave, he was subjected to intense sniper fire. Refusing to take cover, Private CHALOUPKE and another comrade who was nearby, went to the position of the wounded men and proceeded to drag them down the hill to safety while constantly vulnerable to intense enemy sniper and mortar fire. On their journey down the slope of the hill, Private CHALPUPKE came across another wounded man whose wounds demanded immediate attention. While his comrade went in search of litter bearers, he elected to remain with the newly found casualty and administered medical aid to him in the midst of intense enemy shell fire. He then carried the wounded man down the hill to safety after the other two wounded men had been successfully evacuated. Private CHALOUPKE'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Ohio.

Chamberlain, Smith B. (1st citation)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 214 - 22 June 1951

FIRST LIEUTENANT SMITH B. CHAMBERLAIN, 027587, Infantry, Company "F', 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 31 March 1951, near Choksong-myon, Korea, Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN, well in advance of his platoon, was leading the unit in an attack on Hill 398. When the platoon came under heavy enemy mortar fire, he returned through the shelled area and brought his men forward. Reaching a wall-like cliff, the unit was forced to take cover as the enemy hurled down grenades; but Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN, followed by only two enlisted men, aggressively climbed in the direction from which the grenades were falling and engaged the enemy. On the arrival of one squad, Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN gallantly initiated an attack but was repulsed by the intense hostile fire. Observing another platoon flanking the enemy, he held his position and maintained a base of fire which materially aided the assaulting unit to close with and route the enemy. Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN'S gallantry and courage were an inspiration to his men and reflect great credit upon himself and and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of New York.

Chamberlain, Smith B. (2nd citation)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 429 - 21 September 1951

FIRST LIEUTENANT SMITH B. CHAMBERLAIN, 027587, Infantry. Company "E", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 23 April 1951, near Onsu-dong, Korea, the Third Platoon was occupying a defensive position on Hill 150 when furiously attacked by an enemy force of battalion strength. Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN, platoon leader, observing that his recoilless rifle positions were being overrun, raced 400 yards to reorganize that part of his platoon. Upon returning to the command post, he was cut off by hostile troops; undaunted, Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN charged through the enemy soldiers killing five with grenades and accurate fire from his weapon. Immediately informing the company commander of the situation, he was advised to withdraw 600 yards to Hill 147. Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN, realizing that such an action would expose the left flank of Company "F", ordered a slight displacement to the highest point of Hill 150 where, spurred by his inspirational leadership, the platoon repulsed the fanatical attacks and held the strategic hill. Lieutenant CHAMBERLAIN'S gallantry, courage, and outstanding tactical skill reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of New York.

Childs, George W.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 27 - 30 January 1951

LIEUTENANT COLONEL GEORGE W. CHILDS, 020294, Infantry, 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the period 5 - 11 December 1950 in the vicinity of Sudong, Korea, Colonel Childs organized and commanded a task force to assist in covering the withdrawal of the First United States Marine Division. Throughout the five difficult and critical days that the task force was under hostile fire, Colonel Childs with utter disregard for his own personal safety was always exposing himself to enemy fire in order to check fields of fire and direct gun positions. His tactical skill, conspicuous bravery, and tireless energy stimulated morale and contributed greatly to the successful evacuation of the entrapped allied forces and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of Nebraska.

Chloupek, Laurence E.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 347 - 17 August 1953

Lieutenant Colonel LAURENCE E. CHLOUPEK, 044094, Infantry, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the night of 14 June 1953, in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea, Company "E" made an assault on enemy held Hill "412". Colonel CHLOUPEK had been directing the progress of the mission and controlling supporting fires by means of radio communications from an advantageous position in the command post on the main line of resistance. When increasing enemy fire disrupted communications, Colonel CHLOUPEK made his way to the safe lane and forward of the main line where he came upon returning casualties. While under continuous and intense shelling by enemy mortar and artillery, he organized litter teams and directed the work while personally evacuating several of the more seriously wounded. Displaying an outstanding command ability in an area raked by fire, he effectively directed the resupply of ammunition to attacking troops on Hill "412". In the course of the action, Colonel CHLOUPEK was wounded, but continued his actions until the assault element again returned to the safety of friendly lines. Colonel CHLOUPEK'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Minnesota.

Cirino-Rivera, PFC Arthur D. (KIA)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 113 - 23 April 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS ARTHUR D. CIRINO RIVERA, RA29188854, Infantry, Company "I". 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 4 February 1951, near Chomchon, Korea, Private CIRINO RIVERA was the radio operator attached to a platoon that was advancing under heavy small arms and automatic weapons fire. The platoon was charging over a small hill, raked by enemy fire. Private CIRINO RIVERA saw that several of the men were reluctant to move through the incessant enemy barrage. He rushed forward, shouting for the others to follow. His example inspired the rest of the platoon and they followed him over the crest of the hill and toward the enemy positions. Private CIRINO RIVERA was cut down by a full burst of machine gun fire. Private CIRINO RIVERA'S display of courage, determination, and complete disregard for his personal safety inspired his comrades and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Citino, Julius W.

Sworn Statement by David R. Hughes
1st Lt., Co. K, 7th Cav Regt., Commanding

Re: Silver Star Award to Pvt. 1C (then Private) Julius W. Citino, Jr., US 52035383
For Gallantry in Action near Lyanjo, Korea 27-28 September [sic] 1951
Awarded 11 August 1954

Having appeared before me, a person duly authorized to administer oaths, the undersigned, after being duly sworn to and informed of his rights under Article 31, deposes and says the following:

"I, Lt. David R. Hughes, Commanding Company K, was witness to the extraordinary heroism of PFC JULIUS W. CITINO on the night of 28 October [sic] 1951.  At about 0100 hours K Company came under the intense determined attack of a battalion of CCF attempting to seize the peak of Hill 339.  The fierceness of the attack overran both flanks of the company and threatened to take the top off the hill.  While confusion reigned on the left flank, and after both machine guns were silenced by the enemy, the disorganized platoon withdrew over the top of the hill.  The enemy immediately re-formed and began to assault the top of the hill.

I yelled for a man to come to me and Pfc. CITINO, a radio operator, new to the company, came forward.  I directed him to get the spare heavy machine gun in action, not realizing that he knew nothing of the operation of the water cooled weapon.  Without further orders, Pfc. CITINO picked up the weapon and tripod and a box of ammunition and rushed through the withdrawing platoon into the face of the enemy assault fire and set up the gun on the open ground opposing their attack, beyond the furthest friendly troops.  He put the gun in action and fired into the attack which was then within grenade range.  The enemy directed all their fire at the flash of his weapon and began grenading him from three sides.  Pfc. CITINO sat full upright to bring more effective fire on the enemy and dispersed their attack.

The enemy company behind the lead element set up a mortar about one hundred yards away from the machine gun and tried to knock it out.  Pfc. CITINO, however, disregarded the fire and calmly put the water hose on the overheated weapon.  He then called for more ammunition and prepared to hold again.  The enemy set up a machine gun in front of him and directed an intense volume of fire at Pfc. CITINO, who at this time manned the only weapon stopping the enemy assaults.  The enemy then attacked with fifty or sixty men in a mass attack.  Pfc. CITINO, unassisted, and with great heroism, disregarded the blistering fire and sprayed his weapon right and left, killing the enemy.  When the mortar bursts came very close he directed the fire at the sparks of the mortar and destroyed the weapon, until he discovered that the water can had been perforated and the gun was overheating.

He stopped firing and threw grenades at the assaulting troops, fired a long burst at the enemy and ran around looking for water.  He came upon a can full of coffee and used it on the weapon for forty more minutes until the enemy attack receded and I organized the men around his position.  Pfc. CITINO remained at the gun until daylight when the enemy withdrew from Hill 339.  Light disclosed that Pfc. CITINO's weapon and watercans and personal clothing had each been hit several times, although he had only been scratched.  In front of his gun, forty-five enemy lay dead within fifty yards in a semicircle around his position.

Pfc. CITINO's great personal heroism and disregard for his own life saved Hill 339 from being taken by the enemy, and saved twelve seriously wounded on top from being captured by the enemy, had he left his gun.

Further deponeth sayeth not."

Clark, Walter B.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 352 - 2 December 1952

Second Lieutenant WALTER B. CLARK, 065639, Infantry, Company "C", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, United States Army. In the early morning hours of 19 July 1952 the company of which Lieutenant CLARK was a platoon leader was advancing against the enemy in the vicinity of Yu-hyon, Korea, when the foe directed an intense barrage of small arms and mortar fire against the friendly troops. Realizing that his men were becoming disorganized, Lieutenant CLARK, shouting words of encouragement, reorganized them and fearlessly led them in the attack on the enemy positions. As he was nearing the enemy trenches, he was wounded by an enemy grenade but continued to lead his men, killing or wounding several of the foe. When his carbine refused to function, he threw away the weapon, drew his pistol and continued in the attack. Upon reaching the enemy trenches, and while hurling grenades into their positions, he again was wounded by enemy small arms fire. At last enemy fire of ever increasing intensity forced the friendly unit to move back. When the order to withdraw was given, he refused medical aid and with complete disregard for his personal safety, he moved through the heavy hostile fire assisting in the evacuation of the wounded. Only after all his men had withdrawn and all the wounded had been evacuated did he except treatment for his own wounds. The gallantry and selfless actions exhibited by Lieutenant CLARK throughout this action reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from Georgia.

Claudio, Tomas Rosa

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 214 - 22 June 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS TOMAS ROSA CLAUDIO, ER30443526, Infantry, Company "F", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 31 March 1951, Company "F" was attacking enemy positions on Hill 398 in the vicinity of Choksong-myon, Korea. As scout of the lead platoon, private ROSA CLAUDIO was in front of the advance assault elements. In crossing an open area, he found himself being subjected to severe mortar fire and hand grenades which the enemy was directing toward his unit as it moved up the hill. Private ROSA CLAUDIO, seeing that the barrage of grenades was causing casualties among his platoon, deliberately advanced toward the concealed foe and engaged him with small arms fire at close range. With great risk to his own life, he secured a position, despite the pressure of enemy fire, and held it, until a second platoon assaulted and drove the enemy before them. Private ROSA CLAUDIO'S inspiring example of bravery and gallant action reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Coldren, Robert H. (1st citation)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 279 - 26 July 1953

Second Lieutenant ROBERT H. COLDREN, 01925891, Infantry, Company "E", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 9 June 1953, as patrol leader of a five man daylight reconnaissance patrol to Hill "412" in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea, Lieutenant COLDREN crawled within twenty yards of enemy positions, securing vital information which served as tactical intelligence for subsequent offensive action. Returning to the main line of resistance under a devastating mortar bombardment when the mission had been accomplished, he immediately volunteered to lead the support element in an attack on that position the same afternoon. The patrol departed friendly lines and set up on the position from which supporting fire would dominate the enemy stronghold. He directed a base of fire in close support of the assault group. On one occasion, while twenty-five enemy soldiers attempted to flank the assault element, he exposed himself to hostile fire to neutralize the enemy action. After an intense fire fight in which twenty enemy soldiers were mortally wounded, Lieutenant COLDREN remained, the last man on the position, covering the retrograde movement of friendly forces under heavy fire. Lieutenant COLDREN'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Ohio.

Coldren, Robert H. (2nd citation)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 347 - 17 August 1953

Second Lieutenant ROBERT H. COLDREN, 01925891, Infantry, Company "E", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the night of 14 June 1953, Company "E" conducted a raid on Hill "412" in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea. Lieutenant COLDREN was platoon leader of one of the assault platoons during the attack. Immediately after reaching the objective, his platoon became victim to intense raking machine gun and artillery fire. Lieutenant COLDREN inspired his men to drive forward to the enemy positions, although heavy casualties were suffered. As he entered the trenches of the enemy, he rose to an exposed position, and mortally wounded two enemy soldiers. Shortly thereafter, Lieutenant COLDREN was wounded by a burst of fire from an enemy automatic weapon and refused to be evacuated until his mission had been accomplished and his platoon returned to safety. Lieutenant COLDREN'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Ohio.

Colon-Fonseca, Candido
From the Home of Heroes Website

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS
3d INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS #121 - 6 May 1952

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to CANDIDO COLON-FONSECA, RA10405562, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. On 12 December 1950, Sergeant COLON-FONSECA was sent with the second platoon of Company L, as platoon sergeant, to take the village of Haton-ni Korea, about four miles from the company command post. When Sergeant COLON-FONSECA and his platoon crossed the river just in front of the village, they were met with an extremely heavy fire from small arms, machine guns, mortars in the hands of a numerically superior, well entrenched enemy. Receiving an order to withdraw, Sergeant COLON-FONSECA, without regard for his own personal safety, took an exposed position and, with two other men, kept delivering fire on the enemy to cover the platoon's withdrawal. After dark he was able to neutralize the enemy machine guns with his rifle and hand grenades. During the battle one of his two companions, a Republic of Korea soldier, was wounded and Sergeant COLON-FONSECA, after giving him first aid, carried him more than four miles to safety. Sergeant COLON-FONSECA's gallantry, personal courage, and disregard for his own safety reflect grant credit upon himself and the military service.

Conatser, Major Max C.

HEADQUARTERS
FAR EAST AIR FORCES
APO 925

GENERAL ORDERS
NUMBER 228 10 May 1952 SILVER STAR - Award...I
COMMENDATION RIBBON - Awards.....II

I. SILVER STAR. By direction of the President, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918), and pursuant to authority contained in Air Force Regulation 30-14, 22 August 1950 and Section VII, General Orders Number 63, Department of the Air Force, 19 September 1950, the Silver Star for gallantry in action is awarded to Major Max C. Conatser, United States Air Force.

Major Conatser distinguished himself by gallantry in action against an enemy in the vicinity of Pyongyang, Korea, while commanding a Signal Construction Detachment in advance support of the Fifth Air Force. When evacuation was necessary, Major Conatser voluntarily remained at Pyongyang to destroy communication facilities in order to prevent their use by the enemy. On 3 December 1950, while preparing to evacuate his detachment, his convoy was bombed and strafed by the enemy and eight of ten trucks were immobilized. When a nearby ambulance caught fire and was knocked into a gasoline dump, Major Conatser, realizing the danger of explosion, and with total disregard for personal safety, rushed to the vehicle and removed it from the area. Major Conatser further exposed himself to danger by entering an abandoned ordnance depot and removing parts from bobby-trapped vehicles, enabling his men to quickly repair six vehicles and safely evacuate themselves. The exceptional courage and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Major Conatser were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflected great credit upon himself, the Far East Air Forces, and the United States Air Force.

II. COMMENDATION RIBBON. By direction of the Secretary of the Air Force, and pursuant to authority contained in Air Force Regulation 30-14, 22 August 1950 and Section VII, General Order Number 63, Department of the Air Force, 19 September 1950, the Commendation Ribbon for meritorious service during the periods indicated is awarded to the following named enlisted men.

Master Sergeant Clytis N. Blair, United States Air Force
1 September 1951 to 31 March 1952
Staff Sergeant Kenneth C. Stewart, United States Air Force
17 December 1951 to 25 April 1952

BY COMMAND OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL WEYLAND:

OFFICIAL:
//SIGNED//
D. R. LeMASTER
Colonel, USAF
Adjutant General
S. R. BRENTNALL
Major General, USAF
Vice Commander

Conti, Pasquale Jr.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 121 - 25 March 1952

FIRST LIEUTENANT PASQUALE J. CONTI, 0133993, Infantry, Company "F", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 23 December 1951, the Second Platoon of Company "F", led by Lieutenant Conti, was assigned the mission to provide supporting fire for Company "G" in an assault on enemy held Hill 200 near Sangnyon-Myon, Korea, with a secondary mission of assaulting the hill. Due to the intense hostile fire, the assault unit was effectively pinned down and unable to advance further. Upon the order to throw his platoon into the assault, Lieutenant CONTI promptly moved his men forward. Almost immediately subjected to concentrated hostile automatic-weapons, small-arms, and grenade fire, he fearlessly placed himself at the front of his platoon and by his outstanding leadership, his brilliant scheme of maneuver, and his daring initiative he inspired his men to accomplish their mission. Although wounded during the course of the vicious battle he refused to be evacuated for medical attention and continued to direct the fire of his men. When the fanatical foe regrouped for a counterattack Lieutenant CONTI accurately directed friendly artillery fire on the massed troops and effectively disrupted the enemy threat. When the order came to withdraw he successfully covered the withdrawal of his unit, although suffering from the loss of blood. Lieutenant CONTI'S gallant and unwavering determination reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from New York.

Cordero, Juan Cesar

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 303 - 23 September 1952

Colonel JUAN C. CORDERO, O222751, Infantry, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 20 July 1952, Company "C" was attempting a withdrawal after completing a raiding mission on enemy positions near Chongdong, Korea. In the initial phases of the withdrawal the friendly troops were subjected to intense hostile automatic weapons, artillery and mortar fire from nearby enemy positions. Under the withering fire the men became disorganized and began to move in all directions. Realizing the necessity for the company to effect an orderly withdrawal and evacuate the wounded, Colonel CORDERO, the Regimental Commander, continuously exposed himself to the hostile bombardment as he moved among the men, offering them words of encouragement and directing them through the heavy enemy fire. Inspired by his courage, the men assumed the initiative and continued to move toward friendly positions. At this time, the ridge line over which the withdrawal was to be made was subjected to heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire. Despite the urging of his executive officer that he seek a place of safety, Colonel CORDERO refused to leave his men, and with complete disregard for his personal safety, braved the enemy fire to insure that all had reached safety and the wounded had been evacuated. Colonel CORDERO'S gallant and inspirational leadership was instrumental to the success of the withdrawal and reflects the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from Puerto Rico.

Corey, Johnny F.

HEADQUARTERS
FAR EAST AIR FORCES
APO 925

GENERAL ORDERS
NUMBER 127 28 March 1951
AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR

By direction of the President, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918), and pursuant to authority contained in Air Force Regulation 30-14, 22 August 1950 and Section VII, General Order Number 63, Department of the Air Force, 19 September 1950, the Silver Star for gallantry in action during the period indicated is awarded to First Lieutenant Johnny F. Corey, United States Army.

Lieutenant Corey, distinguished himself by gallantry in action on 26 November 1950 while flying on a pre-briefed mission over enemy territory in Korea. While flying as an observer on an unarmed T-6 type aircraft, Lieutenant Corey heard a plea for assistance from an injured forward ground controller who was completely surrounded by a large number of enemy troops. Lieutenant Corey immediately proceeded to the area from which the signal had emanated. However, due to excessive smoke and haze, visibility was greatly restricted and only through exceptional alertness did he succeed in locating the injured man near an unfinished airstrip. When the aircraft landed, Lieutenant Corey, in the face of intense enemy fire, quickly helped the wounded man aboard the aircraft. By the time the rescue was completed, enemy forces were rapidly closing in from all directions, concentrating their fire on the aircraft and its occupants. By his decisive and valorous action, Lieutenant Corey saved the life of a member of the United Nations Forces. His unfailing courage under fire, conspicuous gallantry and unswerving devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the service and reflected great credit upon himself, the United Nations Forces and the United States Air Force.

Costopoulos, Peter C.

Master Sergeant Peter C. Costopoulos, ER31164360, Infantry, Army of the United States, a member of Company B, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by gallantry in action on 28 July 1951 in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea.  On this date, during an attack on a strongly fortified enemy-held hill, Sergeant Costopoulos took over a machine gun and with an assistant advanced up the hill with marching fire under intense enemy small arms and grenade fire.  When his assistant gunner was hit he advanced alone inflicting numerous casualties upon the enemy, continuing in this manner until he ran out of ammunition.  He continued in action with his unit until seriously wounded by an enemy round and was ordered by his commanding officer to leave for medical attention, after he had previously refused.  The gallantry and devotion to duty demonstrated by Sergeant Costopoulos on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.  Entered the military service from Massachusetts.

Craig, Cletus

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS
3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS #482 - November 17, 1953

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to CLETUS CRAIG, US55298359, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company K, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in Korea. During the early morning hours of 15 June 1953, in the vicinity of Chat-Kol, Korea, United Nations elements attempting to encircle an enemy force were detected and subjected to intense enemy artillery and mortar barrages. Many friendly casualties were sustained in the bombardment and Private CRAIG commenced to administer medical aid to the wounded and remove them to sheltered positions. Aware that the foe had infiltrated the nearby trenches, Private CRAIG courageously exposed himself to the enemy and directed accurate fire upon them to effectively cover the evacuation of a wounded comrade. His brave actions and disregard for his personal safety were instrumental in the successful removal of the man to an aid station. Private CRAIG's outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.

Crain, Charles

Source: www.soldiermemories.com.  Major Charles Crain received the Silver Star from Maj. General George W. Smythe, 3rd Division Commander, for "courageous leadership" in a battle near Chong-dong, Korea, on August 21, 1952.  The citation reads:

"While occupying a position approximately two miles forward of the UN main line of resistance, Company F of the Major's command was subjected to an intense mortar barrage and sustained numerous casualties. Realizing the necessity for a quick evacuation of the injured, Maj. Crain left the comparative safety of his position to direct the operation. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he moved among his troops shouting words of encouragement and aiding in the evacuation. Inspired by their commander's courageous leadership, medical aidmen quickly moved the wounded to a position of safety.  Maj. Crain's inspirational leadership and outstanding gallantry reflect great credit upon himself and his unit and are in keeping with the high tradition of the U.S. Army."

Creson, Robert F.

First Lieutenant Robert F. Creson, 01341518, a member of Company "L", 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment, distinguished himself by gallantry in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Inje, Korea.

On 28 May 1951, Company "L" was attacking on a narrow road leading out of Inje, Korea.  The enemy was strongly dug-in on the hills overlooking the road used for the attack.  Company "L" was sustaining heavy casualties due to the intense mortar, machine gun, and small arms fire of the enemy on the company's precarious position.  At this time, Lieutenant Creson, Executive Officer for the company, moved forward to assault an enemy machine gun emplacement which had direct fire upon the column.  With complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant Creson charged the emplacement and, with hand grenades, destroyed the machine gun and six enemy occupants.

He organized various members of the company to return down the road for medical supplies and ammunition.  Oblivious of the devastating enemy fire raking the area, they made the hazardous trip to the rear of the column, returning with vital supplies and ammunition.  During this action, Lieutenant Creson was painfully wounded, but continued on and was successful in getting the supplies through where Company "L" was trapped and suffering heavy casualties.  The company commander was wounded during this time and Lieutenant Creson assumed command of the company.  He valiantly led the remainder of the company in the attack until reinforcements arrived.

His commendable actions under the most trying conditions saved the lives of many men and greatly facilitated the successful completion of the company's mission with untold losses to the enemy.

The gallantry, superior leadership and dauntlessness displayed by Lieutenant Creson throughout this action reflect great credit upon himself and in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.

Cronin, Maynard A.

HEADQUARTERS, 40TH INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 79 - 2 March 1953
AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR (POSTHUMOUS)'

Sergeant MAYNARD A. CRONIN, RA11009089, Medical Corps, United States Army, 224th Infantry Regiment, distinguished himself by gallantry in action near Satae-Ri, Korea on 1 December 1952.  Sergeant CRONIN, upon learning that the medic and other members of a patrol had been wounded, immediately volunteered to go to the aid of the wounded patrol.  With great courage and utter disregard for his personal safety, Sergeant CRONIN exposed himself to enemy observation and fire to cross a mine field, reaching the wounded as quickly as possible.  Although constantly under enemy small arms fire and mortar bombardment, Sergeant CRONIN successfully administered first aid to prepare them for evacuation.  While kneeling over a wounded comrade, Sergeant CRONIN was hit by enemy machine gun fire and mortally wounded.  The loyalty displayed by Sergeant CRONIN was far above and beyond the call of duty.  The supreme sacrifice made by Sergeant CRONIN to alleviate the suffering of others serves as a constant inspiration to all who follow.  The gallant actions and extreme self sacrifice of Sergeant CRONIN reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.  Entered the Federal service from Massachusetts.

Cronkhite, Willis D. Jr.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 194 - 18 June 1953

Captain WILLIS D. CRONKHITE, JR., 028269, Infantry, Company "F", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the morning of 28 October 1952, Company "F", commanded by Captain CRONKHITE, attacked an enemy held position, "Jackson Heights", in the vicinity of Kangong-Ni, Korea. Captain CRONKHITE'S company came under intense hostile mortar and artillery fire, causing elements of the squads to become separated and intermingled. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he moved through the hale of fire and reorganized his company. He then continued to direct his company in the attack. As the company neared the crest of the hill, the mortar fire increased and enemy machine guns swept the approaches to the objective. Braving the enemy's concentrated fire, Captain CRONKHITE personally led his men forward in the assault. In the ensuing action, Company "F" completely overran the enemy's positions and seized the objective. Although still harassed by small arms fire, he continued to move among his men, directing their effective reorganization on the position and overseeing the immediate re-supply ammunition. Captain CRONKHITE'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from New Jersey.