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 First Class Bennie F. Sutton (ASN: RA-183304433), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. When the company to which his squad was attached was directed to displace, Sergeant First Class Sutton volunteered to remain at his machine gun to cover the movement. In the early morning hours of 3 September 1950, near Haman, Korea, the enemy assaulted the position and suffered numerous casualties from the intense machine gun fire. When all ammunition was exhausted, Sergeant First Class Sutton withdrew his squad to the next ridge where he assembled other troops for a counterattacking force to repel the attackers and re-take the positions. Sergeant First Class Sutton’s outstanding courage, notable initiative and exemplary leadership reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.