The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Brigadier General Armistead Davis Mead (ASN: 0-15767), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Assistant Division Commanding General of the 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 25 April 1951, near Tongchon-ni, Korea, General Mead assumed the mission of controlling the rear guard action fought by the 3d Infantry Division during its withdrawal from the Imjin River. Under his skillful and personal direction, the vital road junction on the axis of the withdrawal was protected and held until all friendly forces had withdrawn. Flying at low altitudes over the enemy position in a helicopter, General Mead was subjected to severe enemy automatic weapons and small arms fire, but with complete disregard for his personal safety, made repeated flights in order to ascertain the composition and disposition of the hostile forces. His constant vigilance, skillful deployment and unselfish devotion to duty were prime factors in the success of this action. The gallantry and outstanding leadership displayed by General Mead were an inspiration to his men and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Brigadier General Armistead Davis Mead (ASN: 0-15767), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Assistant Commanding General of the 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea, in 1951 and 1952. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Brigadier General Mead, 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.