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) William Andrew Steinberg (ASN: 0-62641), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Headquarters, 1st Battalion, (then Company A), 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 14 September 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. Elements of Company A, with supporting anti-aircraft firing vehicles, was attempting to clear out a bypassed enemy pocket. The patrol cautiously searched the area where the enemy was supposed to be but could make no contact with him. While the patrol was advancing to a village nearby, it was ambushed by a well-concealed and well-armed enemy. The initial volley of fire from the enemy confused the patrol and caused heavy casualties within it. Lieutenant Steinberg immediately reorganized the platoon, designated targets, and ordered counter-fire upon the enemy positions. As his platoon was predominately South Korean soldiers, it was necessary for him to go from man to man, giving instructions by the use of hand signals. When the platoon was forced to withdraw, he again instructed each man as to the route of withdrawal. Noticing that a wounded man had been left behind, Lieutenant Steinberg moved without hesitation into the direct line of enemy fire and carried the wounded man to safety. Only after the platoon had reached safety did Lieutenant Steinberg reveal that he had received a serious wound. The gallant conduct and inspiring leadership displayed by Lieutenant Steinberg reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.