The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) Edward A. Kolofer (ASN: 0-320190), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the United States Military Advisory Group to the Republic of Korea, in action against the enemy near Hoengsong, Korea. On 11 February 1951, the 21st Regiment, 8th Republic of Korea Division, was attacking along the Hoengsong-Hongchon road when it encountered a counterattacking force composed of elements of two Chinese Communist divisions. Major Kolofer, a United States Advisor with the regiment, immediately went to the front to aid and assist in the deployment of the troops. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he moved across the fire-swept areas from one position to another, giving encouragement to the leaders and men. When the friendly lines broke under the preponderant strength of the enemy attack, Major Kolofer withdrew to the rear and established a straggler collecting point. Organizing the stragglers into a defensive force, Major Kolofer, in the absence of Korean leaders, personally deployed his group in defensive positions which they were able to maintain throughout the night. At daylight on 12 February, the enemy occupied high ground overlooking the positions of Major Kolofer’s group and, delivering a tremendous volume of fire on the friendly positions, forced the group to withdraw. Reorganizing his group after the withdrawal, he led his men in an assault to regain the lost positions and successfully drove the enemy from the area. The aggressive leadership, courage and devotion to duty displayed by Major Kolofer reflect great credit on himself and the military service. Entered the federal service from Chicago, Illinois. (St. Paul, MN during Korea) HQ 8th US Army, Korea: GO 404, 6 June 1951.