The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Leonard Elwood Tye (ASN: RA-19318817), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the 24th Reconnaissance Company, 24th Infantry Division, in action near Chakchong, Korea, on 1 November 1950. His platoon was on a road reconnaissance when it was fired upon by a well-concealed enemy force. He immediately manned his mounted machine gun and opened fire with deadly effect. Although he was wounded in this action and thrown from his vehicle, he returned to the fight and maintained a steady stream of fire until he was killed by a burst of enemy fire. His gallant action, with total disregard for his own safety reflects the greatest credit on himself and the United States Armor.