The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Harold Whiteside (ASN: RA-14461378), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company G, 2d Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. During the early morning hours of 16 May 1953, Outpost “Harry”, in the vicinity of Songnae-dong, Korea, after being subjected to intense artillery and mortar fire, was attacked by a reinforced company strength hostile force. Private Whiteside was assistant squad leader when the squad’s sector on the outpost came under enemy fire. In the ensuing action, the squad leader was mortally wounded by an incoming mortar round. Private Whiteside immediately took charge of the squad. Without regard for his personal safety, he continually moved from one exposed position to another, checking the security of his area. Although wounded, he refused to be evacuated until assured that his sector of responsibility was secure from the enemy probe. As a result of his inspirational actions, the members of his squad increased their determination and intensified their defense of the position. Private Whiteside’s outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.