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 (Infantry), [then Second Lieutenant] William M. Davis, United States Army, for gallantry in action against an armed enemy on 10 February 1951, in Korea. When the 2d Battalion of the 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, was ordered to attack a previously unassailable enemy stronghold in a hill mass located twenty-five kilometers southeast of Seoul, Lieutenant Davis’ platoon was placed in the lead position of F Company’s column. After a strenuous march across frozen rice paddies and up very steep slopes while exposed to enemy gunfire, the platoon was pinned down temporarily upon reaching the military crest of the hill as the enemy gunfire became concentrated on this position. Sensing the need for drastic action to reach the close objective, Lieutenant Davis jumped to his feet, dashed the few remaining yards, fired into the enemy foxholes, and urged his men to follow. Although seriously wounded by an enemy grenade during the fierce fight that ensued, he continued to support the attack by directing the actions of his men. Inspired by his fortitude, courageous actions, and determination, the men of F Company surged through the enemy position, capturing twenty-two, annihilating one hundred, and chasing the remaining enemy troops as they fled to the north. Lieutenant Davis’ conspicuous gallantry is in the highest traditions of the United States Army and reflects great credit upon himself and the military services.