Edward W. Whited

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Edward W. Whited (RA18408450), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. On the early morning of 16 May 1953, Sergeant Whited was a squad leader of Company G, which was occupying defensive positions on Outpost Harry, in the vicinity of Songnae-dong, Korea, The outpost was subjected to intense enemy artillery and mortar fire followed by a numerically superior hostile attack. During the height of the attack, Sergeant Whited exposed himself to the intense enemy fire to locate the main enemy force and direct his squad’s fire on them. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he constantly moved through the open trenches to insure the proper deployment of his men and to offer encouragement to them. Sergeant Whited’s continual alertness and capable leadership were largely responsible for the successful defense of his platoon’s sector. Sergeant Whited’s outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.