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 Master Sergeant J T Dunn (ASN: RA-06261192), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company E, 2d Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action near Yonil, Korea, on 11 September 1950. His company was attacking enemy hill-side positions when the assault platoon was subjected to heavy rifle fire and suffered some casualties. One of the wounded fell in an exposed position and was unable to move. Even though he was fully aware that the wounded man was in a position being covered by enemy fire, Sergeant Dunn unhesitatingly advanced and reached his fallen comrade. In his gallant effort to evacuate the wounded man Sergeant Dunn was killed. His fearless action and complete devotion to his comrade, without regard for his own safety reflect the greatest credit on himself and the united States Infantry.