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 [then Private] Pablo R. Torres (ASN: RA-13367148), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 27 August 1951 in the vicinity of Tumil-li, Korea. On that date the heavy machine-gun section of Company H assisted rifle troops in securing vital positions on Hill 983. The hostile force immediately launched a furious counterattack, supported by intense mortar and small arms fire. Disregarding the enemy fire, Sergeant Torres manned his machine gun and delivered such effective fire that the enemy’s advance was delayed, enabling friendly troops to withdraw and set up new lines of defense. During the ensuing action, Sergeant Torres sighted a wounded comrade lying helplessly in the path of the enemy. Without regard for his personal safety, he advanced through the withering hail of enemy fire to his fallen comrade and carried him to safety. His dauntless courage and selfless devotion to duty were an inspiration to all who observed him and undoubtedly saved the life of the wounded man. The gallantry in action demonstrated by Sergeant Torres will live forever in the hearts of his comrades.