The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Patsy J. Scarpato (ASN: 0-1935200), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. On the night of 14 June and during the early morning hours of 15 June 1953, Company E made a raid on an enemy outpost in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea. As the force approached the objective, intense enemy shelling and small arms fire inflicted many friendly casualties. Lieutenant Scarpato, a platoon leader, immediately rushed forward, offering encouragement, organizing his men and urging them to fight aggressively despite all resistance. Twice, in the assault, he was knocked to the ground from the concussion of enemy grenades. Nevertheless, he continued to lead his men in the advance. When the order came to return to friendly lines, with complete disregard for his personal safety, he advanced to within close proximity of enemy strongholds to evacuate a wounded comrade. Although weakened by his wounds and exhausted from the battle, he carried the wounded man to the comparative safety of the friendly lines. Lieutenant Scarpato’s outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.