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 (Infantry) John M. Jenkins (ASN: 0-58139), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 29 August 1950, near Haman, Korea, when his unit was subjected to bombing and attack by determined enemy ground troops, Lieutenant Jenkins repeatedly exposed himself to the intense hostile fire in order to organize his position, direct the fire of his men, and inspire them to grater accomplishment. His courageous leadership resulted in a minimum of casualties to his men. Lieutenant Jenkins devotion to duty and military skill reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States.