The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Librado Cena (ASN: RA-18319882), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 17 May 1951, in the vicinity of Pungchon-ni, Korea. On that date the squad in which Corporal Cena was assistant squad leader was one of those designated to counterattack an enemy penetration of the company positions. During this counterattack Corporal Cena, with complete disregard for his safety, assaulted the enemy strongpoints with marching fire and his bayonet, killing many of the enemy and routing the rest. His inspiring example and dauntless courage inspired his comrades to new heights of achievement and materially aided in the success of the assault. Corporal Cena was wounded during the final stages of this action. His gallantry reflects great credit upon himself and upholds the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States.