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 (Medical Corps) Linton J. Buttrey (ASN: 0-407113), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as a Medical Officer with the Medical Company, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, on 16 July 1950, near the Kum River, Korea. Throughout the day as casualties were brought in to an advanced aid station, Captain Buttrey constantly exposed himself to the increasingly heavy fire that was falling into the area so that he might care for the wounded. When a general withdrawal became necessary, the aid station was ordered to take up a new position some 3,000 yards to the rear. Captain Buttrey, in complete disregard for his own safety, remained with this group. He constantly exposed himself to fire and danger and did not leave until he was seriously wounded and ordered to do so by a superior officer. By his selfless devotion to duty and total disregard for his own life, Captain Buttrey assisted many grievously wounded comrades. His actions reflect the highest credit on himself and military service.