The bestowal of the Medal of Honor recognized Weinstein for his exceptionally valorous actions on October 19 , 1951 , near Kumson , Korea , when his platoon came under enemy attack .
Weinstein volunteered to stay and provide cover while his men withdrew .
The bestowal of the Medal of Honor recognized Weinstein for his exceptionally valorous actions on October 19 , 1951 , near Kumson , Korea , when his platoon came under enemy attack and Weinstein volunteered to stay and provide cover while his men withdrew .