The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Archie Turner, Jr., United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company D, 2d Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy. Private First Class Turner distinguished himself by heroic actions on 20 September 1968 in the Republic of Vietnam. While on a reconnaissance-in-force mission his unit came under an intense hostile attack, inflicting several casualties. Responding immediately, Private First Class Turner began placing accurate retaliatory fire on the enemy positions, enabling his comrades to see cover. With complete disregard for his own safety, Private First Class Turner crawled through a heavy volume of hostile fire as he evacuated the body of a fallen comrade. While attempting to retrieve another casualty, he was wounded and ordered to return to friendly lines. He brought back valuable information concerning hostile positions and the surrounding terrain. Although he was painfully wounded, Private First Class Turner refused to be evacuated to medical treatment facilities until the remaining friendly casualties were recovered. His valorous actions contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission and defeat of the enemy force. Private First Class Turner’s personal bravery, aggressiveness, and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.