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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Sergeant First Class David L. Blaylock (ASN: US-53013491), United States Army, for heroic achievement on 2 June 1951 in the vicinity of Inje, Korea. On that day Sergeant Blaylock’s company was attacking a hill against a well-entrenched and camouflaged enemy. As Sergeant Blaylock’s squad moved into the attack under intense enemy fire, an automatic rifleman was wounded. Without regard to the intense enemy fire, Sergeant Blaylock administered first aid to the man while shielding him with his own body. He then assisted his comrade to a position of safety and returned to complete his mission. Moving from bunker to bunker, Sergeant Blaylock routed several enemy soldiers, thereby enabling his squad to move forward and seize its objective. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Blaylock reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    9th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    2d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    August 30, 1951
    Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 590 (October 10, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant David L. Blaylock (ASN: US-53013491), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company A, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 30 August 1951 in the vicinity of Kobangsa-ni, Korea. On this date Company A was attacking a heavily fortified enemy-held hill. Sergeant Blaylock, platoon sergeant, courageously led his men forward until they were within their objective. At this time intense enemy automatic weapons fire pinned down the platoon, making it impossible to move to either flank and simultaneously heavy enemy artillery fire fell in the vicinity of the unit. Sergeant Blaylock, immediately radioed for smoke rounds to conceal his men in a withdrawal. Exposing himself to enemy fire, he moved among his men giving directions and words of encouragement. While supervising the withdrawal and aiding in the evacuation of the wounded, Sergeant Blaylock was painfully wounded. Completely disregarding his well being, he refused to leave his position until his unit had withdrawn safely. The gallantry and outstanding leadership demonstrated by Sergeant Blaylock reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.