The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Joseph Kriwchuk (ASN: RA-15283556), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Service Battery, 63d Field Artillery Battalion, 24th Infantry Division, in action on 20 July 1950 near Taejon, Korea. He distinguished himself while driving a 1/4 ton vehicle in a convoy that was attempting to run enemy road blocks with badly needed supplies. The convoy was subjected to direct fire from enemy automatic weapons and rifle fire while passing through narrow streets. Even though mortally wounded, Private First Class Kriwchuk disregarded his wounds and personal safety, crawled from his jeep and attempted to fight on with other members of the convoy until he died as a result of his wounds. His outstanding courage, complete disregard for personal safety and extreme devotion to duty reflects the highest credit on himself and the military service.