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 (Field Artillery) William R. Kreidler (ASN: 0-953780), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Battery C, 38th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 30 July 1951 in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea. On this date Company K, 38th Infantry Regiment was in the attack to secure a strategic enemy-held hill. Lieutenant Kreidler was assigned to Company K as a forward observer. In this capacity, he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire in order to accurately locate friendly units so accurate artillery could be adjusted accordingly. With further disregard for his personal safety, Lieutenant Kreidler personally directed effective fire from the most forward positions. Lieutenant Kreidler’s daring actions inspired the r8ifle companies to greater heights to carry the attack to its final conclusion and drive the enemy from his positions. Lieutenant Kreidler’s exemplary action materially aided in the success of the attack and the securing of the enemy hill. The outstanding devotion to duty and gallantry in action displayed by Lieutenant Kreidler reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.