The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant Johnny F. Corey (ASN: 0-16688502), United States Air Force, for gallantry in action on 26 November 1950 while flying on a pre-briefed mission over enemy territory in Korea. While flying as an Observer on an unarmed T-6 Mosquito aircraft of the 6147th Tactical Control Squadron, 66th Tactical Reconnaissance Group, FAR EAST Air Forces, Lieutenant Corey heard a plea for assistance from an injured forward ground controller who was completely surrounded by a large number of enemy troops. Lieutenant Corey immediately proceeded to the area from which the signal had emanated. However, due to excessive smoke and haze, visibility was greatly restricted and only through exceptional alertness did he succeed in locating the injured man near an unfinished airstrip. When the aircraft landed, Lieutenant Corey, in the face of intense enemy fire, quickly helped the wounded man aboard the aircraft. By the time the rescue was completed, enemy forces were rapidly closing in from all directions, concentrating their fire on the aircraft and its occupants. By his decisive and valorous action, Lieutenant Corey saved the life of a member of the United Nations Forces. His unfailing courage under fire, conspicuous gallantry and unswerving devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the service and reflected great credit upon himself, the United Nations Forces and the United States Air Force.