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 Wayne O. McMullen (ASN: RA-17291093), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 2 June 1951, in the vicinity of Inje, Korea. On that day he was attached to Company A, 9th Infantry Regiment, as a medical aidman. Company A was attacking Hill 451 under intense enemy mortar, automatic weapons. And small arms fire and suffered numerous casualties. Corporal McMullen showed disregard for personal safety by moving continually into fire swept positions to aid wounded soldiers. In spite of the number of casualties, no one had to wait for medical aid for more than a few moments. In addition to the application of medical aid, he saw to the safe evacuation of the wounded. His actions directly contributed to the high morale of the unit and the confidence necessary to carry on with the mission. Corporal McMullen’s gallantry and devotion to his comrades reflects great credit upon himself and upholds the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States.