The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Antone Lema (ASN: ER-57107639), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 10 March 1951 in the vicinity of Hyonch-on, Korea. Corporal Lema was attached to a rifle platoon which was attacking well dug-in enemy positions. While the platoon was moving forward, well directed fire from a concealed enemy position pinned the platoon down and inflicted several casualties. Fearlessly exposing himself to the murderous hail of enemy fire, Corporal Lema moved forward to aid the wounded. Then he calmly moved among the men, encouraging them and urging them forward. The assault continued until the enemy resorted to throwing hand grenades. Unhesitatingly Corporal Lema moved with three other men to a position where they could lay down a base of fire to divert the enemy. Then he led his small band in a stirring assault which ultimately routed the enemy from their positions. The initiative, courage, and determination of Corporal Lema reflect the highest credit upon himself are in keeping with the fine traditions of the military service.