The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Arne Stenslie (ASN: RA-84842), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 26 November 1950, near Kuchangdong, Korea. Master Sergeant Stenslie organized and led the defense of a front line position near Kuchangdon. With complete disregard for his safety, Sergeant Stenslie personally verified the positions of enemy troops and led an attack. Later he heard American voices several hundred yards to the flank of his position. Again the sergeant went out by himself during heavy enemy mortar and small arms fire in an effort to lead the cut-off men to friendly positions. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.