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 Captain (Infantry) James Thomas Milam, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Company E, 7th Cavalry (Infantry) Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 5 September 1950 near Waegwan, Korea. Two infantry companies under Captain Milam’s command were attacking a heavily defended enemy position. Enemy tank and small arms fire from an adjacent hill pinned down the majority of the leading company and scattered the rest. Captain Milam reorganized the scattered remnants and consolidating them with the supporting company, moved into position to place effective fire on the enemy. His outstanding leadership was so successful that the lead company was able to withdraw with a minimum of casualties. He then remained behind and covered withdrawal of the support company. As Captain Milam was leaving the area, the last to withdraw, he was killed. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Captain Milam, 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.