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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Thomas A. Grey, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 24th Infantry Division 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 and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    3rd Battalion

    Regiment:

    19th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    February 4, 1951

    Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 284 (April 7, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Thomas A. Grey (ASN: 0-1299877), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy near Sanjung-ni, Korea, on 4 February 1951. During a withdrawal his company was covering the movement of the rest of the battalion. In order to better control the actions of his company he took a position with the rear most elements of his company. With complete disregard for safety he constantly exposed himself to heavy enemy small arms fire by moving from position to position to direct the deployment and fire of his men. When the enemy threatened to move in on the flank of his column he personally led a daring counterattack inflicting many casualties and forcing the enemy to give ground. Although under constant pressure from frequent attacks throughout the entire withdrawal he maintained complete control of his company at all times and enabled the remainder of the battalion to withdraw to more favorable positions with a minimum number of casualties. Captain Grey’s courageous actions and exemplary leadership reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Infantry.