The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Armor) Keith A. Bieschke, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company B, 73d Heavy Battalion, in action against the enemy near Munsan-ni, Korea, from April 23, 1951 to May 22, 1951. During this period, Captain Bieschke, as Commanding Officer of Company B, set an example of leadership which inspired the officers and men of his company to the highest degree. On 23 April 1951, the enemy launched their Spring Offensive against the United Nations forces, and from then until 27 April 27 1951, all four tank platoons of Company B were in the thick of the fight, supporting elements of the First Republic of Korea Division. With utter disregard for his own personal safety, Captain Bieschke traveled from one position to another in his one quarter-ton truck, reconnoitering for routes, selecting positions and encouraging his men. During the withdrawal of the 11th Republic of Korea Regiment to the Corps front, Captain Bieschke personally went forward, at great danger to himself, and led two of his platoons in a rear guard action to screen the withdrawal. Captain Bieschke’s personal appearances with his men, at such great danger to himself, was reflected in the ferocity with which they met the enemy’s onslaught and contributed in great measure to the 1,000 enemy casualties which were inflicted by Company B on April 23 to April 27. On the night of April 28, Company B was again called upon to attack, and at daylight, another 1,000 enemy dead were lying in front of their positions at a cost of only four casualties. From May 19 to 22, Captain Bieschke again distinguished himself by gallantry in action and outstanding tactical ability as he led his company in a counterattack against the enemy which culminated in a rout of a North Korean regiment north of Munsan-ni and the capture of a supply dump. Captain Bieschke’s exceptional leadership and bravery throughout the cited period is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.