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 T. J. Taylor (ASN: RA-38644677), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a member of Company G, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against the enemy on 13 August 1950 near Yongpo, Korea. Corporal Taylor was a member of an outpost near a blown out bridge across the Naktong River approximately 1,000 yards in front of friendly troops. A large enemy force crossed the river and overran a position on the flank of Company G. As soon as the enemy crossing was discovered, the outpost was ordered to withdraw, but when the men attempted to do so, they found themselves cut off by the enemy. Corporal Taylor immediately delivered a heavy volume of fire with his weapon and advanced upon the enemy, knocking out several machine guns with his fire. Although wounded in the shoulder he continued to deliver protective fire enabling the other members of the outpost to reach safety. Corporal Taylor remained in position protecting several men who had been wounded until aid arrived and they were evacuated from the area. By his gallant actions, Corporal Taylor reflected great credit upon himself and his actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.