(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Fred A. Van Peski (ASN: RA-19425694), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Korea in 1952. Private First Class Van Peski voluntarily remained behind to aid a severely wounded comrade after the patrol he was on ran into an enemy ambush. 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 and the United States Army.