The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) (Posthumously) to Corporal [then Private First Class] Billy J. Paige (MCSN: 1082927), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as a member of Reconnaissance Company, Headquarters Battalion, 1st Provisional Marine Brigade, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces near Kosong, Korea, on 10 August 1950. When an estimated enemy company ambushed his platoon, Corporal Paige, with complete disregard for his personal safety, attacked and destroyed two heavily supported enemy machine gun emplacements. His daring actions completely demoralized the enemy troops and enabled his platoon to rout them from the area. The outstanding courage and intrepidity displayed by Corporal Paige were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.