George F. Ammon, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to George F. Ammon, Jr. (0-1325628), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Company A, 1st Battalion, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. On 22 December 1950, at Hungnam, Korea, Captain Ammon’s company was in a defensive position when attacked by an estimated two hundred enemy troops. Immediately, Captain Ammon, boldly went to the foremost forward position of his company, skillfully redeployed his troops and directed their fire upon the onrushing foe. While directly exposed to the enemy, he continuously moved among his men giving encouragement and directing the defense, and as a result of his determined leadership and professional skill, eight seven casualties were inflicted on the enemy while his unit was almost unscathed. The enemy was forced to withdraw. Captain Amman’s gallantry and exemplary leadership reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.