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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Gerald M. Camp (ASN: 0-558267), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action on 17 May 1951 in the vicinity of Kunmul-gol, Korea. On this date Company C was attacked by a numerically superior enemy force. Lieutenant Camp, with complete disregard for his own safety, immediately set up a perimeter of defense and daringly moved from one position to another directing devastating fire and inflicting numerous casualties upon the hostile troops. He continually exposed himself to hostile small arms, automatic weapons and artillery fire while shouting words of encouragement to his men and rendering first aid to his wounded comrades. Later, while attempting to aid a wounded man, Lieutenant Camp was fatally wounded by enemy fire. His leadership, courage, and devotion to duty were an inspiration to the entire unit and aided immeasurably in repulsing the enemy’s fierce onslaughts. The gallantry in action and self-sacrificing spirit displayed by Lieutenant Camp reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.