The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Caleb Allen Cole (ASN: 0-26171), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Commanding Officer of Company F, 2d Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy while in Korea, in 1951. Captain Cole was ordered to take Hill 425. Displaying outstanding courage, he, completely exposing himself to enemy fire, led his company toward the objective. At this instant an extremely heavy artillery barrage fell upon Company F, causing heavy casualties, disorganizing the company, and knocking Captain Cole off his feet, temporarily stunning him. The fanatical and determined enemy, immediately taking advantage of this situation, swarmed down the hill in a counterattack against the shattered elements of Company F. Captain Cole, regaining his feet, organized all available men and, exhibiting conspicuous bravery and courage in the face of overwhelming odds, personally led his company to meet the enemy, which was a close as 25 yards. The bravery displayed by Captain Cole inspired his men to repulse the counterattack and continue their own attack. Captain Cole assumed command of Companies E and G, which had become disorganized. With grim determination he maneuvered his composite force against the fanatical enemy, who were delivering deadly small-arms, automatic and mortar fire, in an attempt to halt the advance. Through his resolute, dynamic and aggressive leadership, Hill 425 was seized and secured. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Cole, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.