The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant [then Corporal] Frederick C. Preiss (ASN: RA-16290807), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company C, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against the enemy on 16 August 1950 near Waegwan, Korea. Sergeant Preiss, although wounded in his left leg during an attack, braved heavy enemy machine gun and small arms fire to go to the aid of the seriously wounded Platoon Leader of the tanks supporting the attack. With complete disregard for their own safety, Sergeant Preiss and a comrade picked up and carried the wounded officer 75 yards to a sheltered position. Sergeant Preiss personally gave first aid until medical aid men could arrive and then covered their withdrawal before permitting his own wound to be treated. His gallant action reflected great credit upon himself and the military service.