(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Master Sergeant Joseph W. Ceurter (ASN: RA-12286353), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a member of the 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.