(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant First Class John P. Rodgers (ASN: RA-6909235), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 90th Field Artillery Battalion, 25th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Korea on or about 12 August 1950. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.