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 (Infantry) Arthur E. Mohler (ASN: 0-2011796), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 3d Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy near Kyongju, Korea, on 9 September 1950. Moving his platoon into position for an attack, Lieutenant Mohler was wounded by a burst of a mortar shell. Refusing evacuation, he remained in command in spite of severe pain, personally directing the assault and the men, inspired by his gallant example, overran the enemy position. Lieutenant Mohler’s heroic actions and complete devotion to duty reflect the greatest credit on himself and the United States Infantry.