The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal [then Private First Class] Paul W. Sanders (ASN: 15379141), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a member of Company L, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 31 July 1951, in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea. On that date, Company L was in defensive positions on a strategic hill. During an enemy assault, Corporal Sanders noticed that a group of enemy soldiers were moving to the rear of his platoon’s position in an attempt to encircle and cut off the unit. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Corporal Sanders, with complete indifference to the intense enemy fire, left the safety of his position and made his way through the fire-swept area to warn his platoon leader of the impending danger. As a result of his courageous and intrepid deed his platoon was able to prepare for the encircling movement and repulse the hostile attack. His actions undoubtedly saved the lives of many of his comrades. The gallantry in action and loyal devotion to duty demonstrated by Corporal Sanders on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.