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), [then Second Lieutenant] James Keefe Donahue (ASN: 0-2017220), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company F, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, in action on 24 December, 1951 in Kumgong-ni, Korea. On that date, Lieutenant Donahue, a platoon leader was given the mission to lead his unit in an assault on a key terrain feature held by a determined hostile force. In the ensuing action fanatical enemy resistance from several bunkers temporarily stalled the advance of the friendly elements. Lieutenant Donahue, realizing the seriousness of the situation, moved out alone and advanced fearlessly toward the foe’s emplacement, firing his weapon with deadly accuracy, inflicting numerous casualties on the foe. Inspired by this example of bravery under fire, his men rose as one and resumed their attack until the objective was secured. The foe then launched a heavy concentration of mortar fire on the friendly elements in their newly won positions but as a result of Lieutenant Donahue’s direction and encouragement his men tenaciously maintained their emplacements. Lieutenant Donahue’s initiative and aggressive leadership were major factors in the successful completion of the mission. The gallantry in action displayed by Lieutenant Donahue on this occasion reflects the highest credit upon himself and the military service.