The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant John J. Broome (ASN: US-52000956), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, near Pyoru, Korea, on 13 October 1951. His platoon had the mission of leading an attack on an enemy-held objective. As its members advanced up the hill, they were pinned down by a devastating hail of machine gun fire originating from a strategically situated enemy position. Sergeant Broome, Squad Leader, immediately directed all firepower on the position and, although fully exposed to the deadly concentration of fire, he advanced toward it, skillfully leading his men forward. Several casualties were sustained in the advance and he realized that the emplacement was capable of jeopardizing the entire attack. Deploying his men to cover him, he fearlessly charged the position, running through an intense barrage of grenades and hostile soldiers were throwing in desperation. Nevertheless, he did not falter, remaining exposed with complete disregard for his own safety. Reaching the bunker, he threw grenades into it and destroyed it, killing its three occupants and thus enabling his comrades to advance and accomplish their mission. Sergeant Broome’s courageous action, exemplary leadership and selfless devotion to duty reflect the highest credit on himself and the United States Infantry.