The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel Celal Dora, Turkish Armed Forces Command, for gallantry in action as commanding officer of the 241st Infantry Regiment, Turkish Armed Forces Command, in the vicinity of Suwon, Korea, from 20 January to 6 February 1951. His regiment had been assigned the mission of attacking and occupying several enemy strong points situated on Hill 156 and were fiercely engaging a numerically superior and stubborn foe. Repeatedly exposing himself to deadly hostile fire, Colonel Dora remained with the most advance elements of his unit to direct tactical operations. His presence during critical stages of combat provided a strong, steadying influence on his troops and inspired them to destroy the enemy at all costs. The superb leadership, fearlessness under fire, devotion the duty displayed by Colonel Dora contributed a great deal in the successful accomplishments of his regiment and reflect great credit on himself and the Turkish Army.