The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Aviation Electronicsman Third Class Ted J. Lee (NSN: 3453688), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in aerial flight while in Korean waters on 5 August 1952. Aviation Electronicsman Third Class Lee was serving as a member of a helicopter crew called upon to perform the rescue of the downed pilot deep in enemy held territory. Knowing the scene of the proposed rescue was beyond the normal operating range of their helicopter, he professed his willingness to take this chance. Upon reaching the downed pilot, Aviation Electronicsman Third Class Lee exposed himself to enemy small arms fire in manipulating the hoist into the grasp of the downed pilot. Because of terrain features and treacherous air currents in the valley, the rescue would have been impossible without his skillful assistance. On the return trip, although the helicopter was hit on three occasions, he remained perfectly calm and assisted the passenger to protect him from further injury. He repeatedly demonstrated his concern for the safety of his passenger. Aviation Electronicsman Third Class Lee’s cool courage and zealous devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and was at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.