(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Fred Land (ASN: 0-2262115), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company G, 2d Battalion. 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea in 1950 and 1951. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) John Fred Land (ASN: 0-2262115), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company G, 2d Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 28 November 1950, near Ipsok, Korea, an infantry company was forced to displace to more tenable positions following an attack by numerically superior hostile forces. When he learned that several wounded men had been unable to accompany the unit during the displacement, Lieutenant Land moved forward alone to reconnoiter a route of evacuation. Returning to his platoon, he led it in a rescue mission which culminated in the successful removal of fourteen casualties to a position of safety. Lieutenant Land’s valorous leadership and selfless regard for the welfare of his comrades reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.