The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Joseph Lyle Frederick Huseth (ASN: ER-37772394), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 8th Cavalry (Infantry), 1st Cavalry Division, in action against the enemy on 26 May 1951, near Tonduchon-ni, Korea. Staff Sergeant Huseth’s platoon, the lead element in an attack, was subjected to intense enemy fire that inflicted several casualties. Though wounded, Staff Sergeant Huseth continued to lead his men, giving them encouragement and skillfully directing their fire. On observing a well-entrenched hostile position that was obstructing the advance of the platoon, he led a charge destroying the enemy. When orders were received, he organized the platoon for a withdrawal and then remained behind as rear guard until the unit had reached a position of comparative safety. His courage and devotion to duty inspired members of his platoon to great efforts and materially aided in an orderly withdrawal with a minimum of casualties. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Staff Sergeant Huseth, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.