The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant Jin Oh Ham, Army of the Republic of South Korea, for gallantry in action in the vicinity of Kumwha, Korea, on 30 and 31 October 1952. His company was ordered to counterattack Hill 598 and restore friendly lines. The crest of the hill was under direct enemy observation and was well zeroed in by enemy guns. But despite heavy enemy fire and the large number of casualties which it inflicted upon the company, Lieutenant Ham, exhibiting extraordinary leadership, inspired his men to make determined efforts to gain the objective. Reaching the crest of the hill, he reorganized his men, and since three of his platoon leaders were killed and the other wounded, he took command of three platoons and ordered his executive officer to lead the other. Supported by heavy artillery fire, fresh enemy troops stormed their positions and engaged in hand-to-hand combat with the stubborn defenders. Although the morale of his troops was steadily decreasing because of heavy casualties and enemy superiority in strength, they continued to fight determinedly, inspired by the selfless and gallant acts of Lieutenant Ham. Despite wounds he received during this action, he again joined in the attack, hurling grenades at the enemy and moving through the area encouraging his men until the explosion of an enemy shell rendered him unconscious and his company was ordered to withdraw. The selfless devotion to duty, outstanding leadership, and persistent courage displayed by Lieutenant Ham reflect great credit on himself and the Republic of Korea Army.