The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Corporal Everett Melbourne King, Jr. (ASN: RA-13884713), United States Army, for heroism in connection with ground operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Corporal King distinguished himself by valorous actions during the period 30 January 1968 to 1 February 1968 while defending against the communist Lunar New Year attacks on Hue. Isolated with two comrades when the offensive began, he fought furiously to repel repeated enemy assaults on his position. His comrades were killed during the two days of attacks on the house he defended, and he was seriously wounded. He fought fearlessly against the overwhelming forces until he was unable to continue and was captured. When subsequent friendly mortar strikes pounded his captors, he skillfully evaded the enemy troops and reached friendly forces. Corporal King’s personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.