The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Armor) Welborn Griffin Dolvin (ASN: 0-21980), United States Army, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving as Commanding Officer of the 89th Medium Tank Battalion, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy from 6 to 11 February 1951. During that period, Lieutenant Colonel Dolvin’s Task Force launched a series of determined assaults on strong hostile positions north of Anyang, Korea. On one occasion, when the advance was blocked by a mine field, he advanced through the obstacle, directed its neutralization and led the force forward to renew the attack. Although consistently exposed to heavy enemy fire, he remained with the attack elements and supervised the tactical deployment and fire of the force so effectively that the enemy were driven into a virtual rout. Lieutenant Colonel Dolvin’s calm demeanor, aggressive spirit and unremitting devotion to duty were an inspiration to his men and are in keeping with the high traditions of the United States Army.