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) Carl P. Henry (ASN: 0-971706), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action on 22 December 1951 in the vicinity of Sanggasan, Korea. On this date Lieutenant Henry led a patrol on a mission to destroy enemy positions and capture a prisoner. Leading the patrol in a fearless manner he immediately advanced toward the objective. During a fierce fire fight with the enemy, Lieutenant Henry was wounded, but determined to remain with his men until the mission was accomplished, he refused evacuation. Although still under intense hostile fire from nearby emplacements, Lieutenant Henry remained on the objective destroying enemy positions and equipment and capturing a prisoner before returning to friendly lines. His selfless devotion to duty and valiant leadership resulted in the successful completion of the mission and greatly impeded the enemy. The gallantry in action displayed by Lieutenant Henry on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.