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 Private First Class Edwin Skaggs (ASN: NG-23381498), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company F, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action near Sokkogae, Korea. On the night of 17 – 18 April 1953, while assisting in repulsing an enemy attack, Private Skaggs continually exposed himself to the enemy artillery and small arms fire. Although wounded by the enemy fire, Private Skaggs rendered first aid to the other wounded and tried to give them as much shelter as possible. With no regard for his personal safety, Private Skaggs, ignoring the devastating enemy fire, continued to treat the wounded while he inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy with his weapon. Although surrounded by the enemy and wounded for a second time, Private Skaggs did not give up his position. Private Skaggs proceeded to again treat the wounded when he was killed by an enemy artillery round. The gallantry displayed by Private Skaggs reflects great credit on himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.