Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 574 (October 6, 1951)
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant George B. Johnson (ASN: ER-19188358), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company I, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 29 July 1951 in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea. During an assault on enemy positions, Sergeant Johnson continually exposed himself to intense enemy small arms, automatic weapons, and grenade fire, placing his men in such positions that they were able to achieve maximum effectiveness and at the same time cover and concealment from the hostile fire. In order to accomplish this, Sergeant Johnson was constantly on the move, bettering the positions of his men. Through these actions, his unit was able to destroy the enemy. At no time did Sergeant Johnson consider that his own life was more important than the welfare and morale of his men, and his death came about as a result of unfailing devotion to duty. The gallantry in action displayed by Sergeant Johnson reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.