The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) to First Lieutenant Johnny L. Carter (MCSN: 0-48440), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as Commanding Officer, Company E, Second Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 10 June 1951. On that date, his company was given the mission of assaulting Hill 676, then occupied by a well-entrenched enemy force. During the attack, the company was pinned down by intense enemy fire. Disregarding his personal safety, Lieutenant Carter fearlessly charged the hill, urging his men on to the objective. Despite a critical shortage of ammunition and a large number of casualties, the objective was quickly secured. Lieutenant Carter then re-grouped his company and directed their fire in support of the advance of adjacent units. The gallantry, leadership and high devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Carter on this occasion contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission, and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.