The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Joseph E. Fix, III (ASN: 0-60527), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. On the night of 22 February 1953, Company A, under the command of Captain Fix, was holding a vital segment of the main line of resistance in the vicinity of Kumhwa, Korea, when the enemy launched an intense company sized attack against the second platoon sector. Captain Fix, who had been at his company command post, immediately made his way to the point of greatest enemy assault under a devastating hail of hostile mortar and small arms fire. Directing the defensive fire of his men, he quickly realized the situation dictated reinforcements for the friendly platoon which, already under strength, was faced by superior numbers. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he again made his way under intense fire to the rear, returning minutes later with urgently needed reinforcements from among the cooks, drivers, clerks, and other headquarters personnel to bolster the defense. At a critical point in the action, he effectively deployed his men while exposed to constant enemy fire. In the fire fight which ensued, he positioned himself at the foremost point of enemy advance to direct and coordinate the defense. The enemy was defeated and withdrew, suffering heavy casualties. Captain Fix’s outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.