CABRERA, ALFREDO
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Alfredo Cabrera (2105940), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on July 6, 1970. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Sergeant Cabrera upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New York, New York
*CACERES, EDGARDO (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Edgardo Caceres (2108262), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD
Marine Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam
on 12 May 1966.
Home Town: Tacoma, Washington
CAHOON, CURTIS R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Curtis R. Cahoon (2455194), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 19, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Cahoon upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Columbia, North Carolina
CAIN, JEROME F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerome F. Cain, Private First Class, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company B, 5th Tank Battalion, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 15, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Cain upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
CALABRIA, JOSEPH R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Joseph R. Calabria (1830887), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Headquarters and Service Company, 11th Engineer Battalion, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 8, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Sergeant Calabria upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Youngstown, Ohio
CALDERONE, THOMAS
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas Calderone (2207193), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company B, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on May 31, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Corporal Calderone upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New York, New York
CALDON, DAVID LEE
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to David Lee Caldon (0-89878), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
as Air Liaison Officer with the Second Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines,
THIRD Marine Division, in connection with operations against the enemy
in the Republic of Vietnam. On 6 April 1968, Captain Caldon was with a
company-size patrol in the vicinity of Hill 558 near Khe Sanh as the
unit's Forward Air Controller, when contact was made with an entrenched
company of North Vietnamese Army Regulars. During the ensuing eight
hours, he fearlessly exposed himself to hostile mortar and small arms
fire to locate enemy positions and control fixed-wing air strikes. When
the artillery forward observer was killed by enemy fire, Captain Caldon
unhesitatingly assumed his duties and coordinated artillery fire as well
as air strikes on enemy emplacements. Boldly moving through the hostile
fire, he established a secure landing zone for the evacuation of
casualties and then returned to exposed observation points to control
supporting arms fires. On one occasion, when communication with the
battalion command post was lost, Captain Caldon courageously moved
across the fire-swept terrain to obtain tactical information and relay
it over his radio. By his courageous actions, superior professional
skill and unwavering devotion to duty at great personal risk, Captain
Caldon inspired all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Cheshire, Connecticut
CALDWELL, ROBERT P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert P. Caldwell, Private First Class, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on March 18, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Private First Class Caldwell upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
*CALL, JOHN G. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to John G. Call (2308135), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 4, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Call upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He
gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Columbus, Georgia
CALLAHAM, ROBERT
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert Callaham (2101141), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on December 28, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Callaham upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Richmond, Virginia
CALLAHAN, MELVIN R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Melvin R. Callahan (2105660), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on October 30, 1965. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Callahan upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
CALLAWAY, JOHNNY P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Johnny P. Callaway (2474595), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on November 29, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Callaway upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland
CAMP, AUBIE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Aubie Camp (2083796), Private First Class, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on October 30, 1965. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Private First Class Camp upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Apison, Tennessee
*CAMPBELL, DONALD A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Donald A. Campbell (2128722), Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 9, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Corporal Campbell upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly
gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Glouster, Ohio
CAMPBELL, HAROLD J., JR.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Harold J. Campbell, Jr. (0-85928), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE
(HMM-265), near Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam, on 26 and 27 January
1967. When a six-man U.S. Marine Reconnaissance team was surrounded by a
company of North Vietnamese Regulars, Captain Campbell was launched as
the Aircraft Commander of one of two CH-46A helicopters to retract the
beleaguered unit. On the first approach to the zone Captain Campbell saw
his flight leader come under intense enemy fire and burst into flames in
the zone as he orbited overhead. When his flight leader momentarily
broadcast on the ground radio that all passengers were safe and had
joined with the Marine Reconnaissance team, Captain Campbell returned to
Khe Sanh, received permission to land a reaction force of U.S. Marines,
and returned to the aid of his downed comrades. Knowing the only chance
for survival for the grounded unit was reinforcements, Captain Campbell
started his approach and also came under intense fire. He lost power and
crash landed near the beleaguered Marines. Using their shouts for
direction, Captain Campbell led the reaction force to the friendly
perimeter and set to work assisting his flight leader who was now in
command on the ground. Exposing himself to enemy fire, Captain Campbell
assisted a Medical Evacuation helicopter to a safe landing during the
night by holding a strobe light outside the perimeter to guide him down.
Although wounded by grenade fragments, Captain Campbell continued to
fight to hold their position and volunteered to be the last man out of
the zone on rescue the following morning. By his daring actions and
loyal devotion to duty in the face of grave personal risk, Captain
Campbell upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Somerville, Massachusetts
CAMPBELL, KENNETH C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Kenneth C. Campbell (1919830), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Air and Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
February 1, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Sergeant Campbell upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Seattle, Washington
CAMPBELL, THOMAS E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas E. Campbell (1543461), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Advisor, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 29, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Captain Campbell upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Dallas, Texas
CAMPBELL, WALLACE L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Wallace L. Campbell (0-92078), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Aircraft Group 11 (MAG-11), in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May1 -
June 1, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First
Lieutenant Campbell upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
CANDELARIO, RAFAEL A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Rafael A. Candelario (2030045), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on May 9, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Candelario upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Juan, Puerto Rico
CANNEY, GEORGE T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to George T. Canney (2266543), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on September 17, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Canney upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
CANNON, JAMES R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to James R. Cannon (0-93569), Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on May 3, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Second Lieutenant Cannon upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Fredericksburg, Virginia
CANTIENY, JOHN B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John B. Cantieny (0-60027), Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion, 13th Marines, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on February 23, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit
and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Lieutenant Colonel Cantieny upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota
CANTU, ANDRES, JR.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Andres Cantu, Jr. (2276912), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
as the 60-mm. Mortar Section Leader of Company I, Third Battalion, Third
Marines, THIRD Marine Division in connection with operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 11 September 1968, while
participating in Operation Lancaster II in the Cam Lo Valley, Corporal
Cantu's unit came under intense hostile mortar fire and sustained
several casualties. Observing that the Corpsmen required assistance in
treating the casualties, Corporal Cantu fearlessly left his relatively
covered position and aided in the treatment of the wounded, comforting
the Marines and preparing them for evacuation. Disregarding the intense
hostile fire, he returned to his platoon and discovered that the platoon
commander had been medically evacuated for injuries. Unhesitatingly
assuming control of the platoon, Corporal Cantu rapidly reorganized his
men into an effective fighting force and ensured that all mortars were
manned and ready to provide fire support if requested. His heroic and
timely actions inspired all who observed him and were instrumental in
preventing further Marines casualties. By his courage, superb leadership
and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger,
Corporal Cantu upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Antonio, Texas
CAPLE, EDWARD F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Edward F. Caple (2255277), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 15, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Caple upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Newark, New Jersey
CAPOZZOLI, ORLANDO S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Orlando S. Capozzoli (2022090), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on April 21, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Corporal Capozzoli upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
*CAPRARO, CLAUD W. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Claud W. Capraro (2373669), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on December 3, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Corporal Capraro upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his
life for his country.
Home Town: Penrose, Colorado
CAREY, MICHAEL DAVID
(First Award)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Michael David Carey (0-91723), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps (Reserve), for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving as a Platoon Commander with Company I, Third
Battalion, Fifth Marines, Third Marine Division on 22 July 1966, in
connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam.
During Operation Hastings, First Lieutenant Carey's platoon was acting
as the point element for his company as it moved down a stream bed in
the Quan Cam Lo District of Quang Tri Province. Suddenly, the first
squad was taken under intense automatic weapons fire by a North
Vietnamese ambush force. In the initial burst of fire, four Marines were
killed and the remainder of the squad was pinned down by hand grenades
and rifle fire. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, First
Lieutenant Carey unhesitatingly advanced to the front of his platoon and
killed two enemy soldiers. Simultaneously, he skillfully directed the
remaining squads into position in order to gain fire superiority.
Observing two of his men, seriously wounded and exposed to enemy fire,
he courageously dashed through the intense fire and moved the Marines to
safety. After the casualties were evacuated, First Lieutenant Carey
returned to the ambush site and effectively maneuvered the remainder of
the platoon in an attack on the enemy positions which routed the enemy
forces. His selfless disregard for his own safety and valiant leadership
preserved the integrity of his unit and undoubtedly saved the lives of
his men. By his courage and exceptional fortitude in the face of enemy
fire, keen professional ability and unfaltering dedication to duty at
great personal risk, First Lieutenant Carey upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
CAREY, MICHAEL DAVID
(Second Award)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold
Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star Medal to Michael David
Carey (0-91723), First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps (Reserve), for
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a
Platoon Commander with Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, Third
Marine Division on 24 July 1966,, in connection with operations against
the enemy. During the attack and subsequent defense of Hill 362, First
Lieutenant Carey repeatedly exposed himself to hostile fire to inspire
and direct the efforts of his platoon against a numerically superior
North Vietnamese Army force. While the First and Second Platoons were
bitterly engaged with the enemy, he courageously led the Third Platoon
forward to prevent an encirclement of his company by the enemy. Moving
his squads forward, First Lieutenant Carey, with complete disregard for
his own safety, personally assaulted the advancing enemy unit with hand
grenades. 'His aggressive and determined actions were so unexpected that
he thoroughly disorganized the enemy and enabled his men to-maneuver
through the thick underbrush and launch an assault against the
determined enemy. After the hill had been partially secured, he
consolidated his men to form a strong defensive position.
Simultaneously, he made-provisions to have the wounded evacuated to a
secure area. Although his position was under continuous heavy enemy
mortar and small arms fire, First Lieutenant Carey fearlessly moved
among his men, directing their fire and encouraging them to hold their
positions. His inspiring leadership, despite a painful wound sustained
during the fire fight, was instrumental in the success of his unit in
accomplishing its mission. By his exceptional fortitude in the face of
intense enemy fire, selfless and heroic actions, keen professional skill
and unfaltering dedication to duty, First Lieutenant Carey upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Torrance, California
Personal Awards: 2@ Silver Stars (Vietnam)
CAREY, THOMAS W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas W. Carey (2262396), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on May 20, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Carey upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland
CARL, DANIEL R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Daniel R. Carl (2479982), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company H, 2d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on July 13, 1970. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Carl upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Cleveland, Ohio
CARLIN, JOHN P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John P. Carlin (0-92415), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company E, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on May 28 - June 3, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Captain Carlin upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Wooster, Ohio
*CARLISI, IGNATIUS (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Ignatius Carlisi (2170881), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving with Company C, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 16, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Carlisi upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: New York, New York
CARLISLE, JIMMY D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jimmy D. Carlisle (2164281), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company I, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 29
August 1970.
Home Town: Zillah, Washington
CARLISLE, RICHARD P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard P. Carlisle (0-80714), Major, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Advisor, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on March 25, 1971. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Major Carlisle upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
CARLSON, CLARENCE R.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Clarence R. Carlson (2192592), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, Third Reconnaissance Battalion, THIRD Marine
Division, in connection with operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam. On 9 May 1967, Lance Corporal Carlson was the Point
Man of a seven-man reconnaissance patrol on a mission deep within enemy
controlled territory near Khe Sanh. After discovering numerous enemy
bunkers and confiscating an assortment of enemy equipment during the
afternoon, the patrol moved to high ground and established a night
defensive position. Shortly after midnight, the small patrol came under
heavy small arms fire from approximately fifty North Vietnamese Army
soldiers. In the initial burst of enemy fire, the Marines suffered two
casualties. Unhesitatingly and courageously, Lance Corporal Carlson
moved to a position from which he could direct effective fire at the
enemy. Vicious enemy fire battered the patrol's position and within
minutes, several more Marines became casualties. With complete disregard
for his own safety, Lance Corporal Carlson maneuvered to different
positions in order to bring a heavy volume of small arms fire and
grenades against the North Vietnamese Army force. As a result of his
daring actions, the enemy was prevented from learning the exact number
of patrol members who were able to continue fighting. In less than two
hours, only Lance Corporal Carlson and one other Marine were able to man
their weapons. Throughout the night, the enemy continued to attack the
Marines in an attempt to overrun the patrol's position. On several
occasions, North Vietnamese soldiers approached to within fifteen feet
of his position, but were driven back by the intense fire delivered by
Lance Corporal Carlson and his companion. Although he was subsequently
wounded by enemy small arms fire, Lance Corporal Carlson continued to
throw hand grenades and bring accurate fire to bear on the enemy.
Several attempts to extract the Marines by helicopter were unsuccessful
because of the heavy enemy fire. During the early morning hours, Lance
Corporal Carlson was wounded a second time but fearlessly continued to
man his weapon until his unit was extracted by helicopter. His steadfast
determination and indomitable fighting spirit throughout the twelve-hour
ordeal were instrumental in inflicting numerous casualties on the enemy
and saving the lives of several Marines. By his extraordinary courage,
bold initiative and selfless devotion to duty in the face of extreme
danger, Lance Corporal Carlson upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Milltown, Wisconsin
CARLSON, GARY E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gary E. Carlson (0-87394), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Advisor, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 29, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Captain Carlson upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Annapolis, Maryland
*CARLTON, DAVID J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to David J. Carlton (2259576), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on August 1, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Corporal Carlton upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his
life for his country.
Home Town: St. Paul, Minnesota
CARLTON, JOHN D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John D. Carlton (0-71434), Major, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Reconnaissance Squadron, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on April 16, 1972. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Major Carlton upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Austin, Texas
CARMEAN, PAUL R., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Paul R. Carmean, Jr., Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Marine Air Base Squadron 36 (MABS-36), in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 17,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion
to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Carmean upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
CARMODY, JOHN J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John J. Carmody (0-101793), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on December 6, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Carmody upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Albany, New York
CARO, ALEXANDER J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Alexander J. Caro (2242963), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on January 27, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Caro upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Brooklyn, New York
CAROLAN, FREDERICK A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Frederick A. Carolan (0-72088), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Aircraft Group 11 (MAG-11), in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 6,
1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion
to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Carolan upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota
CARPENTER, PETER B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Peter B. Carpenter (0-106231), Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company C, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on January 16, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Second Lieutenant Carpenter upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Springfield, Missouri
CARR, JOHN D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John D. Carr (0-83158), Captain, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company L, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF,
in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic
of Vietnam on January 19, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Captain Carr upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Belfast, Maine
CARR, RICHARD W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard W. Carr (0-68300), Major, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 161 (HMM-161), 1st Marine
Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on April 18, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Major Carr upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Anderson, South Carolina
CARR, WILLIAM D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William D. Carr (0-83966), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Attack Squadron 513 (VMA-513), 1st Marine Aircraft
Wing, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on February 21, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Carr upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New York, New York
*CARROLL, PETER R. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Peter R. Carroll (2375967), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Fire Team Leader with Company H, Second Battalion,
First Marines, FIRST Marine Division in connection with operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 15 January 1969, Lance
Corporal Carroll was standing watch during a cordon operation around the
village of Cam Sa in Quang Nam Province when he alertly observed eight
North Vietnamese Army soldiers crawl through a hedgerow near the
village. With complete disregard for his own safety, he opened fire on
the hostile group and, although he came under a heavy volume of return
fire, resolutely maintained his dangerously exposed position, thereby
enabling his men to deploy to covered fighting positions. During the
ensuing engagement with the numerically superior force, the fire team's
machine gun malfunctioned, and realizing the seriousness of the
situation, Lance Corporal Carroll, again standing in full view of the
enemy and delivering cover fire, killed two hostile soldiers and pinned
down the others, while his companions corrected the deficiency. While
thus protecting his fellow Marines, he was mortally wounded. His heroic
and timely actions inspired all who observed him and subsequently
enabled his comrades to repel the attack of the North Vietnamese
soldiers. By his courage, bold initiative and unwavering devotion to
duty, Lance Corporal Carroll saved several Marines from possible death
or serious injury and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for
his country.
Home Town: Winters, California
CARTER, COY C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Coy C. Carter (1385867), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with , in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on February 16, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Carter upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Fort Wayne, Indiana
CARTER, THOMAS C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas C. Carter (0-88603), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on September 10, 1965. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Carter upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Winslow, Arizona
*CARTER, TIMOTHY G. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Timothy G. Carter (530380598), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on July 1, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Carter upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Ely, Nevada
CARTER, WALLACE M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Wallace M. Carter (1526745), Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on December 19, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Staff Sergeant Carter upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Centerville, Iowa
*CARUOLO, RICHARD A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Richard A. Caruolo (2011788), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 22, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Caruolo upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Providence, Rhode Island
*CASHMAN, CORNELIUS J. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Cornelius J. Cashman (291-42-6576), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company D, First Battalion, Seventh
Marines, FIRST Marine Division, Fleet Marine Forces, operating against
hostile enemy forces in the Republic of Vietnam. At about 0400 on 12
August 1969, Lance Corporal Cashman's unit was attacked by a numerically
superior enemy force of North Vietnamese Army regular soldiers. The
listening post was taken under fire and unable to withdraw to friendly
lines. One squad was directed to bring them back to the defensive
perimeter. Lance Corporal Cashman unhesitatingly grabbed his M60 machine
gun and ammunition and proceeded to accompany the rifle squad forward
providing protective fire and verbal reassurance to the listening post
that relief was on the way. As the enemy small arms, mortar, and grenade
fire intensified around the Marines he moved more to the front to
provide covering fire. Following the successful link-up the Marines
began to withdraw, again supported by the violent and effective fire of
Lance Corporal Cashman. He remained forward, single-handedly holding off
the advance of the enemy company, while his fellow Marines returned to
friendly lines. He was last seen alive firing his machine gun from his
hip, killing, wounding, and stopping the onrushing enemy attackers.
Lance Corporal Cashman was killed by enemy small arms fire, while
holding his position, valiantly giving his life to ensure the safety of
his fellow Marines. By his daring, heroic actions and loyal devotion to
duty in the face of extreme personal risk, Lance Corporal Cashman
reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: North Royalton, Ohio
CASSIDY, JOHN J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John J. Cassidy (0-90418), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company B, 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on March 15, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Cassidy upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Central Islip, New York
CASTAGNETTI, GENE E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gene E. Castagnetti (0-31285536), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 9, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Captain Castagnetti upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Needham, Massachusetts
CASTANEDA, ROBERT L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert L. Castaneda (2435079), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with , in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on July 23, 1970. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Castaneda upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
CASTANIA, DONALD W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Donald W. Castania (2428331), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on February 17, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Castania upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Fresno, California
CASTILLO, ALFREDO R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Alfredo R. Castillo (2198359), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on April 9, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Castillo upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
CASTILLO, CHARLES RICHARD
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles Richard Castillo (2311620), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with the Security Platoon, Sub-Unit One, Headquarters
Company, Twenty-Sixth Marines (Forward), NINTH Marine Amphibious Brigade
in connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam. In the early morning hours of 6 June 1967, Lance Corporal
Castillo, along with seventeen men, was defending a vital radio relay
position on Hill 950 near Khe Sanh, which came under intense enemy small
arms, automatic weapons, mortar and rocket fire, followed by an assault
by an estimated ninety North Vietnamese Regulars. Almost immediately,
six Marines were killed and four were seriously wounded. Unhesitatingly,
Lance Corporal Castillo exposed himself to enemy fire and assisted in
effectively halting enemy penetration attempts by delivering a heavy
volume of accurate fire on the hostile force. Throughout the remaining
hours of darkness, he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy machine gun
fire to prevent the North Vietnamese from outflanking and overrunning
his position and, on one occasion, crawled forward, surprising three of
the enemy and killed them. When, after several hours of continuous
combat, the Marines' weapons began malfunctioning, Lance Corporal
Castillo daringly crawled forward and obtained four weapons from the
enemy dead, which enabled his men to continue fighting. At dawn, when
the few uninjured Marines launched a counterattack, he outflanked the
enemy and delivered a heavy volume of accurate fire, materially
assisting in overrunning a machine gun emplacement and routing the enemy
from the hill. He aggressively continued to pursue the fleeing enemy
until he was restrained by his squad leader. His exemplary leadership
and aggressive fighting spirit were instrumental in the defeat of the
enemy and were an inspiration to all who observed him. By his steadfast
courage, resolute determination and selfless devotion to duty, Lance
Corporal Castillo upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Detroit, Michigan
*CASTOR, JAMES W. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to James W. Castor (513505308), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as
a Squad Leader with Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, First
Marine Division in connection with combat operations against the enemy
in the Republic of Vietnam. On 13 August 1969, Company I was
participating in a battalion-sized search and destroy operation in Quang
Nam Province when the Marines came under a heavy volume of mortar,
machine gun, and automatic weapons fire from a hostile unit occupying
concealed emplacements in a tree line. Observing one wounded Marine fall
in a dangerously exposed position, Corporal Castor, with complete
disregard for his own safety, fought his way across the fire-swept
terrain toward his companion but, upon attaining his objective,
sustained a wound which severed an artery. Ignoring his painful injury,
he rendered medical assistance to the casualty until he was satisfied
that the man would recover. Remaining in the dangerous area, he then
attempted to treat his own extensive wound, but collapsed and succumbed
to his injury without having informed anyone that he had been wounded.
His heroic actions and determined efforts inspired all who observed him
and were instrumental in saving the life of a fellow Marine. By his
courage, bold initiative and selfless devotion to duty in the face of
grave personal danger, Corporal Castor upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly
gave his life in the service of his country.
Home Town: Natoma, Kansas
CASWELL, RUSSELL J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Russell J. Caswell (0-75626), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company C, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on May 10, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Captain Caswell upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: North Hollywood, California
CATALOGNE, PAUL R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Paul R. Catalogne (0-88796), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company C, 3d Engineer Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF,
in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic
of Vietnam on July 30, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit
and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Captain Catalogne upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: St. Louis, Missouri
CAUBLE, JOHN D., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John D. Cauble, Jr. (1511999), Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262 (HMM-262), 1st Marine
Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on July 25, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Staff Sergeant Cauble upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Brenham, Texas
CAUDLE, JERRY W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerry W. Caudle (0-89540), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 361 (HMM-361), 1st Marine
Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on October 30, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Caudle upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
CECIL, RICHARD D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard D. Cecil (1127963), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company C, 3d Tank Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 20, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Sergeant Cecil upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Diego, California
CENTERS, JACK
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jack Centers (2139630), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company E, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on May 14, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Corporal Centers upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: South Charleston, West
Virginia
CENTERS, NORMAN B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Norman B. Centers (0-91328), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 26th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 7, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Centers upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Olmstead Falls, Ohio
CENTERS, RONALD L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Ronald L. Centers (2128537), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 18, 1965. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Centers upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Cincinnati, Ohio
CERDA, RENE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Rene Cerda (2318335), Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company B, 3d Tank Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 19, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Corporal Cerda upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Fresno, California
*CERNA, NARCISCO R., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Narcisco R. Cerna, Jr. (2110587), Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on July 15, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Corporal Cerna upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave
his life for his country.
Home Town: San Antonio, Texas
*CHACON, DAVID ANDREW (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to David Andrew Chacon (2409589), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company A, First Battalion, Ninth Marines,
THIRD Marine Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on 22 February 1969.
Home Town: Gilcrest, Colorado
CHACON, RICHARD S., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard S. Chacon, Jr. (1371893), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on July 7, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Chacon upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Houston, Texas
CHADWICK, LEON G., III
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Leon G. Chadwick, III (0-87306), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Observation Squadron 6 (VMO-6), Marine Aircraft
Group 36 (MAG-36), 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 31,
1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion
to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Chadwick upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Raleigh, North Carolina
CHAISSON, JOHN R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John R. Chaisson (0-7244), Colonel, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company G, 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on April 9, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Colonel Chaisson upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Swampscott, Massachusetts
CHAMBERLAIN, GENE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gene Chamberlain (2217725), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 30, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Chamberlain upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Milwaukie, Oregon
CHAMBERS, JOHN C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John C. Chambers (2178941), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company A, 3d Tank Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 19, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Corporal Chambers upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Evanston, Illinois
*CHAMBERS, LESTER E. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Lester E. Chambers (2336047), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving with Company A, 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 24, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Chambers upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He
gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Dallas, Texas
CHAMBLISS, CARL S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Carl S. Chambliss, Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company A, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on April 23, 1970. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Chambliss upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
CHAMPE, CHARLES R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles R. Champe (0-102666), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with 1st Battalion, Force Reconnaissance, in connection
with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
August 18, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First
Lieutenant Champe upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Albuquerque, New Mexico
CHAPA, RICHARD E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard E. Chapa (0-93882), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on May 10, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, First Lieutenant Chapa upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Antonio, Texas
CHAPMAN, DARRELL H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Darrell H. Chapman (2459791), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine
Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 22
February 1969.
Home Town: Claremont, New Hampshire
CHAPMAN, HARLAN PAGE (POW)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Harlan Page Chapman (0-71437), Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
during the period from July 1966 through October 1967 while being
confined as a Prisoner of War. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Lieutenant Colonel Chapman upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Born: September 27, 1934 at Elyria, Ohio
Home Town: Elyria, Ohio
CHAPMAN, WILLIAM W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William W. Chapman, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company B, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine Division,
in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 22 August
1968.
*CHARLIE, PETER (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Peter Charlie (585305795), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 8, 1970. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Charlie upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He
gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Farmington, New Mexico
CHARLTON, ALBERT K.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Albert K. Charlton (0-66768), Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Observation Squadron 6 (VMO-6), 1st Marine
Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on September 21, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lieutenant Colonel Charlton upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Spokane, Washington
CHASE, JERRY D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerry D. Chase (0-95902), Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on March 24, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Second Lieutenant Chase upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Vestal, New York
CHAVARRIA, MANUEL T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Manuel T. Chavarria (1638209), Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on March 22, 1967. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Staff Sergeant Chavarria upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Antonio, Texas
*CHAVES, ALLEN F. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Allen F. Chaves (2269791), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving with Company D, 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 4, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Chaves upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Winslow, Arizona
CHEATHAM, CHARLES W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles W. Cheatham (0-89036), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 12th Marines, in connection
with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
July 28 - 29, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First
Lieutenant Cheatham upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Burlington, North Carolina
CHEFF, STANLEY W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Stanley W. Cheff (0-88234), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 16, 1965. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Cheff upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Grand Rapids, Michigan
CHESNUT, ROBERT E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert E. Chesnut (2238708), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 26th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on April 7, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Lance Corporal Chesnut upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Springfield, Massachusetts
CHIDGEY, DONALD J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Donald J. Chidgey (2181762), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company C, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 10, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Chidgey upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Bakersfield, California
*CHIOFOLO, VINCENT N. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Vincent N. Chiofolo (2417922), Private
First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with, Company K, Third Battalion,
Twenty-Seventh Marines, First Marine Division in connection with
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 17 May 1968,
during Operation Allen Brook, Company K launched an attack on a well
entrenched North Vietnamese Army force near Le Bac in Quang Nam Province
and immediately came under intense small arms and automatic weapons
fire. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Private First Class
Chiofolo immediately commenced delivering a heavy volume of rifle fire
into the fortified emplacements, which enabled a machine gun team to
move forward and engage the enemy. In the ensuing fire fight, the team
became pinned down, and when the M-60 machine gun malfunctioned, Private
First Class Chiofolo fearlessly maneuvered across the fire-swept terrain
in an attempt to draw the fire and attention of the enemy away from his
comrades. Delivering accurate fire into the hostile emplacements, he
succeeded in diverting the enemy fire, enabling the Marines to maneuver
to positions of relative safety. Alertly observing three North
Vietnamese soldiers launching a determined assault upon his comrades, he
boldly exposed himself to the intense hostile fire and aggressively
engaged the enemy soldiers, killing two of them. Although seriously
wounded by a hostile sniper, he ignored his painful injury and
steadfastly remained in his hazardous position, until forcibly
restrained and moved to a covered position by fellow Marines_ His
resolute determination and heroic actions inspired all who observed him
and contributed significantly to the accomplishment of his unit's
mission_ By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and unfaltering
devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger, Private First
Class Chiofolo upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of
the United States Navel Service.
Home Town: Jacksonville, Florida
CHISM, SAMUEL M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Samuel M. Chism (2200443), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company B, 1st Battalion, 13th Marines, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 17,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion
to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Chism upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Charleston, Illinois
CHRISTENSEN, HARRY C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Harry C. Christensen, Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company B, 3d Tank Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on January 24, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit
and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Corporal Christensen upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Marblehead, Massachusetts
CHRISTY, HOWARD A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Howard A. Christy (0-69814), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company A, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine Division,
in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 21 May 1966.
Home Town: Provo, Utah
CINCOTTA, THOMAS ANTONE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas Antone Cincotta (2483094), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 28, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Cincotta upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: San Rafael, California
CIRIE, JACK A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Army Award) to Jack A. Cirie, Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Advisor, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on May 8, 1970. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Captain Cirie upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Military Assistance
Command, Vietnam, General Orders No. 8074 (1971)
Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
CISNEROS, TONY A.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Tony A. Cisneros (2327825), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company K, Third Battalion, Third Marines, THIRD
Marine Division in connection with operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam. On 7 February 1968, Private First Class Cisneros'
platoon was pinned down by the fire from an estimated North Vietnamese
Army battalion south of Gio Linh and sustained numerous casualties.
Observing a wounded Marine lying fifty meters to his front, Private
First Class Cisneros completely disregarded his own safety and crawled
under intense hostile fire to retrieve the casualty. En route to the
injured man, he fired to light antitank assault round at hostile
emplacements, killing three enemy soldiers. Upon reaching the wounded
Marine, Private First Class Cisneros picked up his companion and began
carrying him back toward the friendly lines when he was forced to stop
and return fire due to the increasing intensity of enemy fire.
Undaunted, he again picked up the casualty and had returned to within
twenty-five meters of his platoon's position when he was wounded in the
foot and ankle. Although he was unable to continue, his proximity to
Marine positions facilitated the prompt rescue of both himself and his
companion. By his courage, bold initiative and selfless devotion to duty
at great personal risk, Private First Class Cisneros undoubtedly saved
the life of his wounded comrade and upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Oakland, California
CLANCY, JOHN J., III
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John J. Clancy, III (0-85172), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 20, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Clancy upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Norcross, Georgia
CLARK, DELBERT E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Delbert E. Clark (2036461), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company C, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on June 5, 1965. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Corporal Clark upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Jackson, Mississippi
CLARK, FRANK A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Frank A. Clark (0-58931), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on November 12, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Lieutenant Colonel Clark upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Portsmouth, Rhode Island
CLARK, JOHN L., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John L. Clark, Jr. (4720662), Major, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Marine Observation Squadron 2 (VMO-2), 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 5, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Major
Clark upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Omaha, Nebraska
CLARK, JOHNNIE M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Johnnie M. Clark (2397358), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 3, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Private First Class Clark upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: St. Petersburg, Florida
CLARK, REED M
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Reed M Clark (0-78778), Captain, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company I, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF,
in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic
of Vietnam on January 30, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Captain Clark upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
*CLARK, ROBERT N., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Robert N. Clark, Jr. (0-93883), Second
Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company D, First Battalion, Ninth Marines,
THIRD Marine Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on 4 March 1967.
Home Town: Indianapolis, Indiana
CLARK, STEPHEN W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Stephen W. Clark (0-91131), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Marine Attack Squadron 235 (VMA(AW)-235), 1st Marine Aircraft Wing,
in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic
of Vietnam on May 3, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit
and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Captain Clark upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Plymouth, California
CLARY, WILLIAM B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Army Award) to William B. Clary (0-88003), Captain,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Advisor, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 3, 1970. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of
extreme personal danger, Captain Clary upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Military Assistance
Command, Vietnam, General Orders No. 7649 (1970)
Home Town: Atlanta, Georgia
CLAY, HENRY H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Henry H. Clay (2403575), Private First Class, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on November 22, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Private First Class Clay upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Albuquerque, New Mexico
CLEARY, ROBERT E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert E. Cleary (1223540), Gunnery Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in
the Republic of Vietnam on June 25, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Gunnery Sergeant Cleary upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Tewksbury, Massachusetts
CLEMENTS, CHARLES G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles G. Clements (1938124), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on November 16, 1965. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Clements upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Little Rock, Arkansas
CLEMENTS, MARVIN W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Marvin W. Clements (2357427), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving
with Company L, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on August 29, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Corporal Clements upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
CLEVEN, WAYNE R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Wayne R. Cleven (0-100125), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Headquarters and Service Company, 12th Marines, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on May 5, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First
Lieutenant Cleven upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Hewlett, New York
*CLUTE, MICHAEL A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver
Star Medal (Posthumously) to Michael A. Clute (2454839), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving with Company I, 2d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 17, 1969. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Clute upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Hinsdale, New York
