The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pride in presenting the Bronze Star Medal (Posthumously) to Specialist Taylor J. Burk, United States Army, for meritorious service from 8 March 2004 to 26 January 2005, while assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 2d Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. He gave the ultimate sacrifice during combat operations supporting Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. Specialist Burk’s duty performance and selfless service are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Multi-National Corps Iraq, and the United States Army.