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 Jack M. Walker (ASN: RA-14222126), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 28 July 1951 in the vicinity of Munhak, Korea. On that date Sergeant Walker’s unit had the mission of attacking and securing a strategic enemy-held hill. As the unit advanced the enemy fire increased in intensity and his lead squad was ordered to withdraw to positions occupied by the supporting squad. Upon reaching these positions, the absence of the assistant squad leader was discovered. Sergeant Walker, with complete disregard for his personal safety, immediately exposed himself to the withering hostile fire and returned to the hill where he located his wounded comrade. After rendering medical aid he carried his comrade to the safety of his squad. Returning to his unit he reorganized his men and directed them in repulsing an enemy counterattack. The gallantry in action and outstanding leadership demonstrated by Sergeant Walker on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.