The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain George Walter Kristanoff (ASN: 0-1336515), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a member of 24th Reconnaissance Company, 24th Infantry Division, in action near Taejon, Korea on 19 July 1950. Lieutenant Kristanoff was given the mission of determining the strength and location of an enemy unit which was reported as operating 6 miles south of Taejon. With a patrol of 10 men in 4 jeeps, he proceeded about 6 miles when he encountered an enemy road block. During this time he maintained radio contact with his company command post. His patrol engaged the enemy road block and during the engagement he reported that he was also attacked from the rear. With complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant Kristanoff remained at his radio and gave full information as to the enemy’s disposition and location. As a result of the information given by Lieutenant Kristanoff, reinforcements were dispatched to the scene of the action and held off the enemy during the night, thereby gaining valuable time in the defense and evacuation of Taejon. This act of conspicuous gallantry on the part of Lieutenant Kristanoff reflects the highest possible credit on himself and the military service.