The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Reginold Howell (ASN: 0-1999810), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 9 September 1950, during a counterattack to regain vital high ground in the vicinity of Haman, Korea, Sergeant Howell’s squad was subjected to intense enemy machine gun fire. Halting his squad, Sergeant Howell alone advanced toward the hostile strongpoint. Despite the intensity of the fire, he maneuvered to within ten yards of the position and tossed two hand grenades which completely annihilated the machine gun and crew. He then signaled his men forward and led them in an assault which culminated in the rout of the enemy and enabled the squad to secure its objective. Sergeant Howell’s conspicuous courage, notable leadership and selfless devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States.