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 (Infantry) Roland J. Daigle (ASN: 0-2262741), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3d Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy near Hongjong-Nyong, Korea, on 4 June 1951. Serving as Platoon Leader, he led his men up a cliff to attack well dug-in enemy forces. The route, wide enough for only one man to pass through at a time, was guarded by a strategically placed enemy machine gun. Lieutenant Daigle flanked the position and single-handedly destroyed it. He then pinned down other enemy soldiers with grenade and carbine fire, thus enabling his men to advance and ultimately reach the top of the objective, forcing the enemy off the hill. Lieutenant Daigle, with complete disregard for his own safety, exposed himself to the enemy’s return fire to lead mopping up operations. He personally accounted for four enemy dead, two of whom fell off the side of the cliff in an attempt to escape him. Lieutenant Daigle’s courageous action, exemplary leadership and selfless performance of duty contributed immeasurably to the success of his unit’s mission and reflect the highest credit on himself and the United States Infantry.