The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Field Artillery) J. Bruce Haney (ASN: 0-2208529), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the 52d Field Artillery Battalion, 24th Infantry Division on 10 July 1950 at Yongdeng, Korea. Displaying great courage and leadership Lieutenant Haney, as forward observer for his battery, remained at his post even after the Infantry had withdrawn and continued to observe and direct artillery fire on enemy positions. He stayed until the enemy overran his position with armor and Infantry at which time he called for artillery on himself and the enemy. When direction of fire was no longer possible he escaped over an extremely dangerous and hazardous route of several thousand yards under direct fire from tanks. Upon return to his unit he immediately drew supplies and returned to the front for successive operations. His outstanding courage and devotion to duty reflects the highest credit on himself and the military service.