The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) LeRoy Osburn (ASN: 0-1295262), United States Army, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving with Headquarters 1st Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, action on 6 July 1950 at Namji Ri, Korea. Captain Osburn organized two companies of his battalion and personally directed an attack to extricate Company C, which was cut off and surrounded by the enemy. Disregarding his own personal safety, he directed the operations of both companies and designated targets for two attached tanks during which time he was exposed to heavy small arms, tank and mortar fire. He did this over a period of several hours before he was severely wounded while directing tank firing. The daring leadership and courage exhibited by Captain Osburn was an inspiration to men he contacted and contributed greatly to the success of the attack in reaching Company C. These acts of gallantry reflect the highest possible credit on Captain Osburn and the military service.