The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class James L. Cook (MCSN: 1082581), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as an Ammunition Carrier of Company F, Second Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 27 November 1950. When ammunition supplies became critically low during a vicious night attack against his company by a numerically superior enemy force, Private First Class Cook braved intense cold, icy terrain and heavy hostile fire to make repeated trips from the supply point to the front lines. Although seriously wounded during one of these trips, he steadfastly refused to seek medical aid and resolutely continued to carry ammunition to the men on the line and to assist in the removal of casualties to rear areas. By his aggressive determination and heroic actions, he contributed materially to the repulse of the enemy and served to inspire all who observed him. Private First Class Cook’s valiant devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.