Farmer, Cpl. Robert P.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 362- August 27, 1953

Corporal ROBERT P. FARMER, US52166884, Infantry, Company "K", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the early morning hours of 6 July 1953, Company "K" commenced to attack enemy held Hill "250" in the vicinity of Honu-chon, Korea. In the ensuing action, the first two sectors of the hill were quickly overrun. As the attacking force began advancing up the third slope of the hill, they came under a hail of fire from a large enemy machine gun bunker and supporting automatic rifle positions. Without regard for his personal safety, Corporal FARMER, a rifleman, started to rush the enemy position, firing his rifle as he moved forward. Shortly thereafter, he succeeded in climbing upon the roof of the bunker. Corporal FARMER then proceeded to hurl two grenades into the aperture. His accurate placement of grenades completely destroyed the enemy position. As he stood up to fire his rifle on other enemy positions, Corporal FARMER was critically wounded by enemy artillery fire. Corporal FARMER'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Ohio.

Farris, Clofus O.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 510 - 4 December 1953

Sergeant First Class CLOFUS O. FARRIS, ER15455790, Infantry, Company "C", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the afternoon and night of 16 July 1953, in the vicinity of Kumhwa, Korea, the combat patrol of which Sergeant FARRIS was a member was advancing forward of the main line of resistance when it was subjected to heavy barrages of enemy mortar and artillery fire. As a result of the concentration, a number of casualties were sustained and Sergeant FARRIS immediately began to administer medical aid. In the ensuing movement back to friendly lines, he bravely assisted in evacuating the wounded patrol members, despite the heavy enemy fire, until several other men fell unconscious from the intense heat. Realizing the need for help, he volunteered to climb a highly exposed hillside, contact friendly elements and guide them to the disabled platoon. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he courageously ran up the steep slope in a valiant attempt to reach United Nations positions but was mortally wounded by the enemy fire. Sergeant FARRIS' outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Kentucky.

Feliciano, M/Sgt. Heriberto

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 550 - 5 December 1951

MASTER SERGEANT HERIBERTO FELICIANO, NG10405827, Infantry, Company "I", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 30 September 1951, Company "I" had the objective of seizing and securing an enemy-held hill near Chorwon, Korea, which was studded with a series of wooden bunkers and inter- laced with trenches. Sergeant FELICIANO and other scouts, crawling uphill under enemy observation and fire to attack the positions with grenades, knocked out the first bunker. Although wounded several times, Sergeant FELICIANO continued to advance through the enemy trenches and aggressively attacked and destroyed other hostile pillboxes until friendly forces had advanced and secured the objective. The exemplary determination, objective disregard for personal safety, and superb gallantry displayed by Sergeant FELICIANO reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Fenstemacher, Edgar W.

Captain Edgar R. Fenstemacher, O59780, Infantry, US Army, a member of Regimental Headquarters, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action 16-17 July 1950, near the Kum River, Korea. During the withdrawal of the Regiment to new positions, the vehicular convoy was stopped by an enemy roadblock. The Regimental Commander, in attempting to organize a dash through the block, was wounded. Captain Fenstemacher, completely disregarding the heavy rifle and automatic weapons fire that was falling on the narrow road, secured a jeep, turned it around, and took the Regimental Commander to the aid station. Returning to the roadblock, he attempted to organize the men so that it could be reduced. In his fearless actions at this time, Captain Fenstemacher was wounded by a machine gun bullet which hit him in the back of the neck. Finding that he could not break out, Captain Fenstemacher organized a defensive position and gave orders that it would be held until nightfall when the vehicles would be abandoned and personnel would move out on foot, cross-country. Upon the approach of darkness, Captain Fenstemacher organized the remaining personnel, making sure that security patrols were dispatched, that the wounded were carried or assisted, and that all personnel were accounted for. He assumed the lead of the entire group and succeeded in extricating this body of troops from almost certain annihilation. By his courage and skillful leadership, Captain Fenstemacher kept the morale of all at a high pitch. His devotion to duty was of the highest and his actions brought great credit to himself and to the military service. (Captain Fenstemacher was wounded again 20 Sep 1950. NARA fails to list him as WIA on 16 Jul 1950.) GO 57, 24 Jul 1950.Home of record: Lenawee, MI.

Fields, Buddy R.

Corporal Buddy R. Fields, RA13282328, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Heavy Mortar Company, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action against the enemy on 20 July 1950 at Taejon, Korea. Corporal Fields was on the second floor of a building in the city of Taejon covering the two roads that led into the city with his M-1 rifle. As the attack progressed, an enemy tank entered the city ans was knocked out by friendly fire. The crew of the enemy tank tried to escape but due to Corporal Fields courage and accurate rifle fire he killed five of the enemy tank crew. with disregard for his own personal safety Corporal Fields stayed in his position until enemy fired had shot the first floor beneath him, at which time he rejoined the remainder of his platoon. The act of gallantry displayed by Corporal Fields reflects great credit on himself and the military service. GO 88, 13 August 1950. He entered the service from Danto, VA.

Figueroa, Felix Perez

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 293 - 18 July 1951

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS FELIX P. FIGUEROA, US51062529, Infantry, Company "E", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 22 April 1951, while Company "E" was attacking enemy-held positions in the vicinity of Chungsa-ri, Korea, an automatic rifleman who was accompanying the forward elements was seriously wounded by hostile small arms fire. Private FIGUEROA voluntarily went to his stricken comrade's assistance and successfully evacuated him to a covered position. He then returned and put the abandoned automatic rifle back into operation, thereby maintaining effective fire support for the assaulting unit. Private FIGUEROA'S selfless gallantry materially contributed to the ultimate success of the mission and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of New York.

Figueroa, Cpl. Felix

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 202 - 19 June 1951

CORPORAL FELIX FIGUEROA, RA10400643, Infantry, Company "I", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 23 March 1951, near Uijongbu, Korea, Company "I" was advancing on enemy positions located in the general area of Hill 221. Many of these emplacements were strongly entrenched and carefully camouflaged enabling the enemy to place severe fire on the assault troops. As he was moving with the company up the hill, Corporal FIGUEROA spotted an enemy position which was a primary obstacle in the way of the company's mission. Without hesitation he rushed forward across the hazardous terrain with his automatic rifleman to within five yards of the emplacement. There covered by the fire of the automatic rifle, he threw grenades at his foe until his comrade was wounded by returning fire from the enemy. After assisting the injured soldier to a place of safety, Corporal FIGUEROA returned to the scene of action and by effective use of hand grenades succeeded in neutralizing the enemy position. His actions witnessed by the whole company, inspired them to make a final assault and capture their objective. The gallantry and outstanding leadership displayed by Corporal FIGUEROA reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Finnegan, John

On November 2, 1951, Sergeant Finnegan was attempting to maneuver his halftrack to within close proximity of a combat patrol which was engaged in a firefight with the enemy when a call for litters reached him.  Immediately he secured the litters and made his way on foot through a hail of enemy small-arms, automatic weapons and mortar fire to reach the medical aidmen.  Leaving the litters with the aidmen, he began maneuvering so as to draw the enemy fire from the wounded men's area.  With complete disregard for his personal safety, he continuously exposed himself to the concentrated enemy fire and engaged the hostile forces in a heavy firefight and succeeded in lifting the enemy's fire from the casualties.  The quick thinking and intrepid actions of Sergeant Finnegan enabled the medical aidmen to successfully evacuate 15 men from the dangerously exposed area.

Fix, Joseph E. III

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 231 - 6 July 1953

Captain JOSEPH E. FIX, III., 060527, Infantry, Company "A", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the night of 22 February 1953, Company "A", under the command of Captain FIX, was holding a vital segment of the main line of resistance in the vicinity of Kumhwa, Korea, when the enemy launched an intense company sized attack against the second platoon sector. Captain FIX, who had been at his company command post, immediately made his way to the point of greatest enemy assault under a devastating hail of hostile mortar and small arms fire. Directing the defensive fire of his men, he quickly realized the situation dictated reinforcements for the friendly platoon which, already under strength, was faced by superior numbers. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he again made his way under intense fire to the rear, returning minutes later with urgently needed reinforcements from among the cooks, drivers, clerks, and other headquarters personnel to bolster the defense. At a critical point in the action, he effectively deployed his men while exposed to constant enemy fire. In the fire fight which ensued, he positioned himself at the foremost point of enemy advance to direct and coordinate the defense. The enemy was defeated and withdrew, suffering heavy casualties. Captain FIX'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Colorado.

Flaherty, Joseph L.

Silver Star
Headquarters, 7th Infantry Division
General Orders #331 - 17 June 1953

Second Lieutenant Joseph L. Flaherty, 01883444, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company E, 17th Infantry, distinguished himself by gallantry in action near Sokkogae, Korea.  On 18 April 1953, Lieutenant Flaherty, a platoon leader, was placing his men in attack position under a constant rain of enemy artillery, mortar, and small-arms fire.  Moving up the rocky slope, Lieutenant Flaherty's platoon received withering automatic-weapons and small-arms fire from the enemy and the men began to falter.  Realizing the gravity of the situation, Lieutenant Flaherty charged forward, firing his weapon and throwing hand grenades with deadly accuracy.  Although wounded by mortar fire, Lieutenant Flaherty refused to be evacuated and continued to rally his platoon in the attack.  The gallantry displayed by Lieutenant Flaherty reflects great credit on himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.  Entered the Federal service from Massachusetts.

Fleming, 1st Lt. Charles H. (1st citation)

Silver Star
Headquarters, 3D Infantry Division
General Orders #21 - January 1950

First Lieutenant Charles H. Fleming, 0971789, Infantry, Company "K", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 6 December 1950 at Majon-dong, Korea, Lieutenant Fleming distinguished himself in action against an armed enemy. His platoon was attacked by a numerically superior enemy force during the early morning hours. Lieutenant Fleming, realizing the seriousness of the situation when his platoon's position was penetrated, went to the assistance of a squad that had been cut off. During the action he helped evacuate two wounded men; to reach the position required going through small arms fire. After he had returned to his original position he fired a rocket launcher into the attacking enemy causing great havoc. During this action Lieutenant Fleming's carbine jammed, he then grabbed a rifle which had been discarded and fired it until he ran out of ammunition, then used his pistol, and then picked up and used the rocket launcher. As a result of these actions by Lieutenant Fleming the enemy were driven off and the area  restored. The extraordinary versatility, courage, and heroism displayed by Lieutenant Fleming reflects great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of Connecticut.

Fleming, 1st Lt. Charles H. (2nd citation) (KIA)

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 255 - 5 July 1951

FIRST LIEUTENANT CHARLES H. FLEMING, 0971789, Infantry, Company "K", 65th  Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 31 January 1951, near  Songhongdong, Korea, Lieutenant FLEMING was leading his platoon in the attack on a ridge line near Hill 582. As the unit reached the base of the objective, it was suddenly fired on from the front and both flanks. Lieutenant FLEMING, moving calmly and encouragingly among his men, ordered and led a savage bayonet assault against the primary objective, causing the enemy soldiers to flee their positions. Upon securing the objective, hostile automatic weapons fire was received from a small hill to the front. When two of Lieutenant FLEMING'S Sergeants attempted to observe and locate the enemy weapons, he ordered them to take cover and promptly took an exposed position, deliberately drawing the enemy fire and observing with his binoculars. Locating one hostile weapon, he pointed it out to his machine gunner and was attempting to locate more when mortally wounded. Lieutenant FLEMING'S selfless gallantry and outstanding  leadership instilled the highest admiration in the hearts of his men and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of Connecticut.

Flesch, Joseph M.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 379 - 4 September 1953

Lieutenant Colonel JOSEPH M. FLESCH, 031800, Infantry, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. During the afternoon of 14 July 1953, in the vicinity of Kundong-Myon, Korea, liaison between Colonel FLESCH'S unit and an adjacent friendly unit had not been re-established following intense enemy action. Serving as Regimental Executive Officer, he was aware of the dangerous consequences which could result, and elected to personally make the contact. Accompanied by a lieutenant, he left friendly lines, and proceeded into disputed terrain in search of the friendly force, in one instance coming within one hundred yards of an enemy position. They proceeded approximately fifteen hundred yards through the area under constant enemy observation and harassing mortar and automatic weapons fire, before reaching elements of a Republic of Korea division. After quickly and decisively working out tactical problems necessary in consolidating the line with the commander of the organization, the returned to their unit, accompanied by a Republic of Korea liaison officer, again crossing the hazardous terrain. Colonel FLESCH immediately made his report on the intelligence he had obtained from his mission and made recommendations for readjustments which resulted in an effective tactical deployment of the regiment. Colonel FLESCH'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Missouri.

Fonseca, SFC Candido Colon

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

SERGEANT FIRST CLASS CANDIDO COLON FONSECA, RA10405562, Infantry, Company "L", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. 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. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Forman, Robert D.

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 during the periods indicated is awarded to the following named officers:

Colonel Robert D. Forman, United States Air Force. Colonel Forman distinguished himself by gallantry in action against the enemy at Hagaru-ri, Korea, on 6 December 1950. When the fate of a small airstrip was uncertain, Colonel Forman, disregarding his personal safety, flew a C-47 to the strip and landed in the midst of a fierce fight between American troops and the numerically superior enemy. With only a few hours of daylight left, Colonel Forman personally directed the aerial evacuation which successfully removed all battle casualties from the strip. When it became clear that the field was no longer tenable, Colonel Forman dispatched all other C-47s and prepared to leave in his own. At this moment, with darkness fast approaching, Colonel Forman received a message from a radio jeep that there was one more critically wounded United States Marine in desperate need of aerial evacuation. Colonel Forman waited an hour, while the enemy closed in on the field. The battle casualty was finally placed aboard his plane and he made an after dark take-off in the face of strong enemy fire. The leadership, courage, and outstanding heroism displayed by Colonel Forman on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Forty, Juan F. Rodriguez

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

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS JUAN F. RODRIGUEZ FORTY, US29129750, Company "C" 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 3 June 1951, Company "C" launched an attack on the enemy, holding Hill 466 near Sunbong-ni, Korea. From the advantageously located enemy positions on sheer rocky cliffs approaching the hill, the hostile troops brought the First Platoon under intense fire, slowing the advance. Private RODRIGUEZ FORTY, to facilitate the attack and with complete disregard for his personal safety, climbed the cliffs in the face of hostile fire, pausing only to throw some of the enemy's own hand grenades back at them. Assisted by another enlisted man, he successfully charged and destroyed two enemy machine guns and killed the gunners. Private Rodriguez Forty's gallantry and courage greatly aided the company in seizing its objective and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from Puerto Rico.

Fossum, Adoph C.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 24TH DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS NO. 153 - 2 October 1950

Captain (then First Lieutenant) Adolph C. Fossum, 050317, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Headquarters Company, First Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in August 1950.  Serving as S-3 when his battalion was engaged in clearing the enemy from the Naktong River bulge, he distinguished himself by courageous actions.  Preparatory to an attack, he moved under intense enemy machine gun and rifle fire into the company area to issue the operational plan.  During the attack itself, he established an observation post far forward of the leading elements.  Although his post was promptly observed by the enemy and subjected to an intensive artillery and mortar barrage, he remained in his exposed position. With utter disregard for his own safety, he continued to observe and control the area.  In this gallant action Captain Fossum was wounded.  His fearless example, devotion to duty, and deep sense of responsibility reflect great credit on himself and the United States Infantry.  Entered the service from Stillwater, Minnesota.

Frankville, Fred

SILVER STAR
SECRETARY OF THE NAVY

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Private First Class FREDRICK P. FRANKVILLE, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for service as set forth in the following citation:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Rifleman of Company D, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 5 April 1951.  When his unit was subjected to intense and accurate hostile automatic-weapons and small-arms fire from cleverly concealed bunkers, during an attack against a strongly defended enemy hill position, Private First Class FRANKVILLE fearlessly charged forward through the heavy fire to aid a wounded comrade lying in an exposed position within a few feet of the enemy and boldly delivered point-blank fire into the aperture of a hostile bunker.  Despite hand grenades bursting around him, he succeeded in carrying his wounded companion to a safe position and quickly rejoined his platoon in the final assault to overrun the enemy emplacements.  By his outstanding bravery, inspiring initiative and courageous devotion to duty, Private First Class FRANKVILLE contributed materially to the success of his company and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Freeman, Capt. Eugene D.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS #73 - 22 March 1951

CAPTAIN EUGENE D. FREEMAN, 01289064, Infantry, Heavy Mortar Company, 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 14 February 1951, near Oya-ri, Korea, Captain FREEMAN was acting as forward observer for a heavy mortar company when it was attacked by an estimated regiment of enemy troops. Captain FREEMAN's observation post came under direct attack by an enemy band armed with automatic weapons and grenades. In spite of vigorous enemy opposition and his constant exposure to hostile observation and fire, Captain FREEMAN remained at his post directing mortar fire on the main body of the enemy troops. The mortar fire was so effective that approximately two hundred enemy were destroyed and the success of a subsequent friendly counter attack was assured. The courage, imperturbability, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain FREEMAN are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service. Entered the military service from the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Friesen, Clarence W.

THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the SILVER STAR MEDAL TO

SECOND LIEUTENANT CLARENCE W. FRIESEN,
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a Platoon Commander of Company H, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 1 December 1950. Assigned a mission to seize a strongly defended, snow-covered enemy hill which commanded the division's main supply route, Second Lieutenant FRIESEN, exposing himself to devastating hostile fire, led an assault on the position and, shouting words of encouragement to his men, skillfully directed their fires. Although sustaining a severe head wound which paralyzed his left arm and side, he refused evacuation and, inspiring his platoon to rout the entrenched enemy, consented to medical treatment only after the position had been secured and a defense line established. By his valiant fighting spirit, exceptional fortitude and determination, Second Lieutenant FRIESEN contributed immeasurably to the success achieved by the company and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

For the President,
R Mulderron
Secretary of the Navy

Fuller, 1st Lt. Clarence H.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 278 - 13 July 1951

FIRST LIEUTENANT CLARENCE H. FULLER, 01332051, Infantry, Company "K" 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 6 December 1950, near Majong-Dong, Korea, Lieutenant FULLER voluntarily led a patrol to determine enemy dispositions and strength on a small hill to the unit's front. After approaching to within 300 yards of the enemy, the patrol was suddenly subjected to intense hostile fire. Lieutenant FULLER deliberately exposed himself in an effort to locate the enemy guns. When a mortar section arrived to lend vital fire support, he directed a concentrated barrage on hostile machine gun positions. Observing two enemy soldiers fleeing from an emplacement, Lieutenant FULLER fired his carbine at them, killing one and wounding the other. As soon as the volume of enemy fire began to decrease, Lieutenant FULLER ordered his patrol to withdraw, but he remained and directed mortar fire until the supply of ammunition was expended. After ordering the mortar section to withdraw, he discovered that one of his men was severely wounded and unable to move. Hurrying back to the company, he organized a rescue party and returned for the stricken soldier, successfully evacuating him to safety. Lieutenant FULLER'S outstanding gallantry and fearless leadership reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service from the State of Minnesota.

Fuller, Clifford C.

SILVER STAR
HEADQUARTERS 3D INFANTRY DIVISION
GENERAL ORDERS # 316 - 5 August 1953

Private First Class CLIFFORD C. FULLER, US51156977, Infantry, Company "G", 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the night of 13 June and during the early morning hours of 14 June 1953, Company "G" set out to assault enemy positions on Hill "412" in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea. When three highly effective assaults had been met by the enemy with intense mortar and artillery fire, the order to return to safety was given. Private FULLER, an automatic rifleman, observed enemy soldiers moving toward some comrades who had become casualties in the close quarter fighting which had taken place. He immediately exposed himself to heavy artillery, mortar and grenade fire as he charged to the crest of the hill. There, he halted the enemy with accurate and effective fire while the casualties were recovered. He remained in this position until the last man had been evacuated. Private FULLER'S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from Massachusetts.