By direction of the President, under the provisions of the Act of Congress, approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bulletin 43, 1918), and pursuant to authority in AR 600-45, the Silver Star for gallantry in action is awarded to the following named officer :

First Lieutenant DAVID L. WHITE, 0987493, Infantry, United States Army, 160th Infantry Regiment, distinguished himself by gallantry in action near Sat'ae-Ri Korea on 3 November and 4 November 1952. During thr hours of darkness Lieutenant WHITE led an ambush patrol deep into enemy territory where they engaged the enemy. In the ensuing fire fight, Lieutenant WHITE killed one enemy and the fire of his patrol drove back the remainder of the foe. Lieutenant WHITE then set up a perimeter of defense and sent word back for a litter bearer to carry back the body of the enemy soldier. The enemy then opened up a devastating attack with artillery, mortar and small arms fire. Lieutenant WHITE observed the enemy moving up on both sides of him and thus began to withdraw. Under Lieutenant WHITE's calm, efficient and courageous supervision, the patrol moved back to the main line of resistance without a casualty. The alerting of the men on the main line of resistance saved many lives, as it eliminated the element of surprise from the vicious enemy attack. Lieutenant WHITE then resumed leadership of his platoon and repelled the attack of a numerically superior and fanatical enemy force. During the action Lieutenant WHITE was wounded in both legs and feet but fearlessly and with disregard for his own personal safety, refused to leave the line and though not being able to stand up, directed his men's fire and that of the mortars. Not until the attack ended and the wounded men of his platoon had been evacuated, did Lieutenant WHITE agree to be carried to the aid station. Lieutenant WHITE's inspiring leadership, courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army. Entered the Federal Service from Massachusetts.

BY COMMAND OF MAJOR GENERAL CLELAND:

PHILIP H. BETHUNE

Colonel, GS

Chief of Staff

OFFICIAL:

(SEAL)

HQS 40TH INF DIV
R.W. BOWDEN
Lt. Col.
Adj Gen