The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Armor) James William Snee (ASN: 0-19516), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy during the Waegwan-Taejon Offensive, 18 to 29 September 1950. As Acting Chief of Staff, G-3, Lieutenant Colonel Snee staffed and coordinated the Division Commander’s attack plans against a tenacious enemy. Not content with merely writing operations instructions he personally visited the scene of action whenever difficulties appeared. The assault across the Nakton River was accomplished against great odds and bitter enemy opposition. Being present at the scene of fighting, he was able to advise the Division Commander of alternate plans of action which were adopted and successfully executed. Once beyond this obstacle, he visited the spearhead units on many occasions traveling over mine-infested roads; whenever a delay occurred he promptly ascertained the cause and often was instrumental in overcoming such obstructions. On many occasions he flew behind the enemy lines to determine what their next course of action would be and often succeeded in destroying enemy positions with supporting arms prior to the arrival of our spearhead ground units. In all instances he acted fearlessly and with utter disregard for his own life. Such gallantry reflects great credit upon Lieutenant Colonel Snee and the military service.