*FALK, FREDERICK J., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Frederick J. Falk, Jr. (2322062),
Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 1st
Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on January 26,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance
Corporal Falk upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Torrington, California
FANTER, STEPHEN A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Stephen A. Fanter (2250623), 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 October 11, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Fanter upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
FARLEY, JAMES C., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to James C. Farley, Jr. (1937825), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 163 (HMM-163),
1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 31, 1965. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Farley upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Tucson, Arizona
*FARLOW, GARY A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Gary A. Farlow (2263163), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines,
1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 12, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Farlow upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: North Olmstead, Ohio
FASSETT, RANDOLPH D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Randolph D. Fassett (1963302), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on July 20, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Fassett upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Sacramento, California
FEDOROWICZ, JOHN M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John M. Fedorowicz, Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company C, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in
action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 16 April 1968.
FEILLE, WILLIAM B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William B. Feille (0-88825), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on December 18, 1965. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Feille upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Fort Worth, Texas
FELLERS, ROBERT M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert M. Fellers (0-90862), Second Lieutenant,
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 26, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Second Lieutenant Fellers upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Tulsa, Oklahoma
FENTON, LARRY W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Larry W. Fenton (0-102803), Captain, 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 June 7 - 11, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Captain Fenton upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Aurora, Missouri
FERRACANE, LOUIS J., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Louis J. Ferracane, Jr. (0-90153), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Attack Squadron 153 (VMA(AW)-153), 1st
Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 29, 1972. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Captain Ferracane upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Braintree, Massachusetts
FESTA, DONALD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Donald Festa (0-76922), 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 3
March 1967.
Home Town: Stafford, Virginia
FIALA, JOSEPH B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Joseph B. Fiala (2231752), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company I, Amphibious Battalion, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
March 1, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Corporal Fiala upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Great Falls, Montana
FIELDS, JOSEPH P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Joseph P. Fields (2080918), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company E, 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, Corporal Fields upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Lakeland, Florida
FIGUEROA, DENNIS C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Dennis C. Figueroa (2197951), Lance Corporal,
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, Lance Corporal Figueroa upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Concord, California
FILLON, WILLIAM L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William L. Fillon (2132270), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 2, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Fillon upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Weymouth, Massachusetts
*FINKEL, CHARLES (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Charles Finkel (2282715), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d
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 Finkel 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
*FISCH, DAVID A. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to David A. Fisch (2197161), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving as an infantry Fire Team Leader with Company
F, Second Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in
the Republic of Vietnam on 16 May 1967. Company F became engaged in
combat with an estimated battalion of the North Vietnamese Army
entrenched in bunkers near Phu Oc, Quang Tri Province. During the
battle a Marine fell mortally wounded approximately ten meters from
the enemy bunkers. Lance Corporal Fisch, with complete disregard for
his own safety, unhesitatingly volunteered to go to the aid of the
wounded Marine. He bravely advanced from a covered position across an
exposed area under a heavy volume of enemy automatic weapons fire and
hand grenades to the wounded Marine's side and was killed by enemy
fire while trying to pull his comrade to safety. Lance Corporal
Fisch's outstanding courage and selfless efforts in behalf of another
served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He
gallantly gave his life for his country.
Born: June 10, 1946 at LeMars, Iowa
Home Town: Remsen, Iowa
FISHER, JEFFREY M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jeffrey M. Fisher (0-93917), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 21, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Fisher upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Williamsport, Pennsylvania
FISHER, JOSEPH R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Joseph R. Fisher (0-45857), Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Commanding Officer, 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 - 24, 1965.
By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to
duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lieutenant Colonel Fisher
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Westwood, Massachusetts
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (Korea), Silver Star (Vietnam)
FISHER, LARRY P.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Larry P. Fisher (1957045), Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as Platoon Sergeant with Company L, Third Battalion,
Third Marines, THIRD Marine Division in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 7 November
1968, Company L was conducting a search and destroy operation near the
Demilitarized Zone in Quang Tri Province when the detonation of an
enemy explosive device caused the unit to sustain several casualties.
Rapidly assessing the situation, Staff Sergeant Fisher realized that
the point element had entered a hostile minefield and directed
everyone to remain in position. Observing a seriously wounded Marines
lying nearby he utilized his bayonet as a probe, and clearing a path
to the man's side, commenced treating his injuries. Realizing the
casualty required more professional treatment; he again probed the
ground with his bayonet to clear a path and, obtaining a Corpsman,
returned with him to assist him in the lifesaving efforts. When the
Corpsman had completed caring for the wounded Marine, Staff Sergeant
Fisher on three more occasions, fearlessly provided safe routes to
other injured men. After requesting a medical evacuation helicopter,
he proceeded to utilize the same method for preparing a safe landing
zone. When the aircraft had embarked the casualties, he returned to
the mined area despite intermittent enemy rocket and artillery fire
and commenced gathering the injured Marines' weapons and equipment. By
his courage, bold initiative and unfaltering devotion to Staff
Sergeant was instrumental in saving the lives of several Marines and
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Kansas City, Missouri
FISHER, THOMAS F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas F. Fisher (2143355), 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 July 5, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Fisher upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
FITCH, WILLIAM H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William H. Fitch (0-55351), Lieutenant Colonel,
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, Lieutenant Colonel Fitch upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Fort Meade, Florida
FITE, WILLIAM C., III
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William C. Fite, III (0-94694), First Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving in the Republic of Vietnam from 17 February 1968 to 24
February 1968. As Assistant Senior Marine Advisor to the Fourth
Vietnamese Marine Corps Battalion during Operation HUE CITY, First
Lieutenant Fite joined the lead company as it proceeded into action
under an intense crossfire from enemy small arms and rockets. The
enemy force was so well entrenched that, despite First Lieutenant
Fite's direction of artillery missions and close air strikes to cover
the advancing unit, the lead elements came under such withering fire
that they were forced to withdraw, leaving their dead and wounded
behind. First Lieutenant Fite immediately devised and initiated an
evacuation plan, and moved forward again in an effort to more closely
control and direct helicopter gunship fire against the entrenched
enemy forces. Without regard for his own personal safety, First
Lieutenant Fite remained in position with the lead element and
directed air strikes into enemy positions less than 50 meters away.
Taking advantage of the air strikes, several Vietnamese Marines
crawled back to the wounded personnel and carried them to safety.
First Lieutenant Fite's quick thinking and precise adjustment of
gunship and artillery support enabled his unit to retrieve their
wounded, thereby saving many lives. The battle continued to rage with
increasing intensity, and First Lieutenant Fite remained with the lead
units of the Fourth Battalion during the fight for the Citadel. He
directed artillery and air support which significantly contributed to
the overall success achieved by the Fourth Vietnamese Marine Corps
Battalion during Operation HUE CITY. First Lieutenant Fite's
indomitable spirit and personal courage were in keeping with the
highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Clearwater, Florida
FITZGERALD, ARTHUR L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Arthur L. Fitzgerald (663891), Gunnery Sergeant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 3, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Gunnery Sergeant Fitzgerald upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Portland, Maine
FLANAGAN, LAWRENCE J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Lawrence J. Flanagan (0-57065), Major, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 362 (HMM-362),
1st Marine Aircraft Wing, 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, Major Flanagan upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Sayville, New York
FLEISCHER, CHARLES W., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles W. Fleischer, Jr. (0-104098), First
Lieutenant, 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
March 6, 1970. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
First Lieutenant Fleischer upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Alameda, California
FLEMING, WILLIAM B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William B. Fleming (0-50585), Lieutenant Colonel,
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
December 2, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Lieutenant Colonel Fleming upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Putnam, Alabama
FLOOD, DENIS W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Denis W. Flood (2282676), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company M, Third Battalion, 5th Marines on 13 and
14 May 1967 in operations against elements of the North Vietnamese
Army in the Republic of Vietnam. During Operation UNION, conducted in
the vicinity of Phouc Duc (4), Quang Tin Province, Company M came
under attack at 1230, 13 May 1967 by an unknown size enemy force
utilizing small arms, machine guns, and mortars. Private First Class
Flood courageously moved to the aid of several Marines who had become
casualties. As directed by the Corpsman on the scene, he conducted an
evacuation of these Marines across 250 meters of fire-swept terrain to
the designated helicopter landing zone, returning each trip with much
needed machine gun and small arms ammunition. At 0001, 14 May 1967,
the Company defensive perimeter came under an intense enemy mortar,
machine gun, and small arms preparation fires followed by a
coordinated infantry assault. Suffering from wounds received in the
initial mortar barrage, Private First Class Flood exhibited aggressive
determination and courage by repeatedly exposing himself to the enemy
attack, moving from position to position to ensure the resupply and
distribution of ammunition. Assuming a leadership role, Private First
Class Flood fearlessly remained in the front line position bolstering
the fighting spirit of his rifle squad while personally delivering
over 300 rounds of accurate and deadly fire into the assaulting enemy.
His exceptional fighting spirit and initiative contributed in great
measure to blunting the enemy attack. By his daring action, complete
disregard for personal safety, and steadfast devotion to duty, Private
First Class Flood reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
FLOREN, JIMMY ERIK (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jimmy Erik Floren (2325565), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on November 6, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Floren upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Klamath Falls, Oregon
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (Vietnam), Silver Star (Vietnam)
FLORES, LIBRADO
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Librado Flores (1166569), Staff 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 August 1, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Staff Sergeant Flores upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Antonio, Texas
*FLOYD, DAVID A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to David A. Floyd (2259076), Lance
Corporal, 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 1 March 1969.
Home Town: Minden, Louisiana
FLOYD, DONALD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Donald Floyd (2269120), 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 February 9, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Floyd upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Hamilton, Ohio
FOLEY, GIFFORD T.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gifford T. Foley (2447541), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving as a Squad Leader with Company M, Third Battalion, Third
Marines, Third Marine Division in connection with operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 24 March 1969, during
Operation DEWEY CANYON, Corporal Foley's platoon was conducting a
search and destroy operation in the mountainous terrain of
northwestern Quang Tri Province when the lead element encountered five
North Vietnamese soldiers. Reacting instantly, the point man opened
fire and wounded one of the enemy. As the startled hostile soldiers
retreated through the jungle foliage to a well-fortified cave,
Corporal Foley unhesitatingly led his squad in an aggressive pursuit
and, as the Marines approached the North Vietnamese emplacement, they
came under a heavy volume of enemy fire. After quickly deploying his
men into covered fighting positions, Corporal Foley observed that two
wounded members of his squad had fallen in dangerously exposed
locations. Completely disregarding his own safety, he dashed forward
to recover his comrades, but was driven back by the intense hostile
fire. Resolutely continuing his determined efforts, he was seriously
injured during a second futile attempt. Ignoring his painful injuries,
he again crossed the fire-swept area and successfully evacuated the
casualties to a relatively safe area. After receiving fire as he
attempted to persuade the North Vietnamese to surrender, Corporal
Foley threw a smoke grenade into the hostile emplacement,
disorganizing the occupants and enabling him to position his men
around the entrance of the cave. Boldly exposing himself to possible
fire, he then approached the fortification and fearlessly hurled hand
grenades inside, resulting in three North Vietnamese soldiers killed
and the seizure of their weapons. By his courage, bold initiative and
unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger,
Corporal Foley was instrumental in saving the lives of two fellow
Marines and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Winnetka, Illinois
FONTAINE, EDWARD L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Edward L. Fontaine (1810940), Staff Sergeant,
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 July 2, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Staff Sergeant Fontaine upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Carthage, Missouri
FORD, VERNON JESSE
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Vernon Jesse Ford (2055451), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Fire Team Leader with Company M, Third Battalion,
Fifth Marines, First Marine Division on 22 July 1966 in connection
with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. During
search and destroy operations in Quang Tri Province, Lance Corporal
Ford's fire team was in the lead squad of the Company moving up a
stream bed when they came under heavy fire from a North Vietnamese
Army ambush. Reacting instantly, he led his fire team into the foliage
surrounding the stream bed. When it became apparent that additional
firepower was needed, a squad-from another platoon was sent to envelop
the enemy position, approximately 100 meters down the stream bed. In
order to converge on the enemy's unprotected side, the squad had to
maneuver through dense undergrowth, an extremely difficult move
because the unit could easily lose their sense of direction and become
ineffective. To eliminate this problem, Lance Corporal Ford kept the
squad informed as to the position of friendly units by courageously
shouting his name every thirty seconds, thus exposing his position to
hostile enemy fire. At the same time, he continued to advance his fire
team toward the enemy. Although he was wounded by machine gun fire and
a Marine only a few feet from him had been killed, he fearlessly
continued to use his voice to direct the squad to the enemy position.
With complete disregard for his own safety, he refused evacuation and
braved increasingly intense enemy fire until the squad had overrun the
enemy position and the area was secured. By his fearless
determination, initiative and inspiring leadership, Lance Corporal
Ford materially contributed to the accomplishment of his unit's
mission and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Monroe, Louisiana
FORGES, BERNARD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Bernard Forges (2289312), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 1st Amphibious Tractor Battalion, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 30, 1967. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Forges upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Hartford, Connecticut
FORNESS, RICHARD W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard W. Forness (2360345), Lance Corporal,
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 June 16, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Forness upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Coral Gables, Florida
*FORTE, OLLIE (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Ollie Forte (1803556), Staff
Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving as a Platoon Sergeant with Company L, Third
Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division in connection with
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 11 June
1968, while participating in Operation Mameluke Thrust in Quang Nam
Province, Staff Sergeant FORTE'S platoon suddenly came under intense
small arms and automatic weapon's fire from a large, well entrenched
North Vietnamese Army force. Reacting instantly, he skillfully
maneuvered his men to more advantageous positions and commenced
directing the delivery of a heavy volume of suppressive fire upon the
enemy emplacements. Fearlessly exposing himself to the hostile fire,
he boldly moved from one position to another, shouting words of
encouragement to his men and directing their fire. After ensuring that
casualties were evacuated, he deployed his platoon on line and
commenced an assault against the North Vietnamese positions.
Completely disregarding his own safety, he aggressively led the
Marines in a determined attack across the fire-swept terrain, and as
his unit reached the objective, he was mortally wounded. His bold
initiative and heroic actions inspired all who observed him and were
instrumental in forcing the enemy to flee in panic and confusion. By
his courage, outstanding leadership and unwavering devotion to duty,
Staff Sergeant FORTE 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: Raleigh, North Carolina
*FOSTER, DOUGLAS G. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Douglas G. Foster (2221643),
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Combined Action Platoon 1-31, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on September 14, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Corporal Foster upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life
for his country.
Home Town: Beaver, Washington
FOSTER, JEROME C.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerome C. Foster (2145219), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Fire Team Leader with Company B, First Battalion,
Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division in connection with
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 30 March
1968, during Operation SCOTLAND, Company B was engaged in patrol
actions near the Khe Sanh Combat Base, when the lead elements came
under intense mortar and automatic weapons fire from a well
entrenched, numerically superior North Vietnamese Army force,
temporarily pinning down the Marines and causing several casualties.
Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Lance Corporal Foster
completely disregarded his own safety as he unhesitatingly ran across
the fire-swept terrain and boldly assaulted the nearest enemy
position, forcing three North Vietnamese soldiers into a nearby
trench, where his fire team killed them. Although wounded during the
assault, he ignored his injuries as he destroyed the fortified
emplacement with hand grenades and then fearlessly attacked a second
hostile position, killing three enemy soldiers and destroying the
bunker. As a result of his inspiring actions, his comrades quickly
destroyed a third emplacement, enabling his unit to continue the
attack. When the company was ordered to withdraw, he disregarded his
painful injuries as he organized his men to provide covering fire for
the evacuation of the wounded. Only after he was assured that all the
injured and mortally wounded Marines had been moved from the
fire-swept area, did he report to the aid station for medical
treatment. By his courage, bold initiative and selfless devotion to
duty at great personal risk, Lance Corporal Foster was instrumental in
saving the lives of several Marines and upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
*FOSTER, LARRY E. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Larry E. Foster (2376944), Private
First Class, 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 December
26, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Foster upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Lenoir City, Tennessee
FOX, GEORGE C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to George C. Fox (0-47459), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Commanding Officer, 2d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on January 22 - March 18,
1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lieutenant
Colonel Fox upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
*FOY, THOMAS L. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Thomas L. Foy (2277787), Private
First Class, 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 May 10,
1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Foy upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Coolidge, Georgia
*FRANCE, PHILLIP S. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Phillip S. France (2294742), Lance
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 14, 1967. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal France upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland
FRANCIS, GLEN A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Glen A. Francis (2148555), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 7, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Francis
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
FRANCIS, LARRY J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Larry J. Francis, Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Combined Action Platoon 4-2-3, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on July 1,
1970. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance
Corporal Francis upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
FRANK, HARVEY E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Harvey E. Frank (2220889), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy
in the Republic of Vietnam on August 2, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Frank upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Hartford, Connecticut
FRASH, WILFORD E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Wilford E. Frash (1957702), 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 August 25, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Corporal Frash upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: McConnelsville, Ohio
FRASIER, RONALD R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Ronald R. Frasier (2385302), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 3, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Frasier
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Hennepin, Minnesota
*FRAZIER, JERRY R. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Jerry R. Frazier (2457855),
Private First Class, 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 February
26, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Frazier upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Des Moines, Iowa
FRAZIER, MELVIN D.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Melvin D. Frazier (2366536), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Rifleman with Company B, First Battalion,
Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in connection with
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 30 March
1968, Company B was attacking a large North Vietnamese Army force
occupying fortified positions near the Khe Sanh Combat Base when the
Marines suddenly came under a heavy volume of enemy mortar and small
arms and automatic weapons fire. Disregarding his own safety, Private
First Class Frazier unhesitatingly launched an aggressive assault upon
the hostile positions and silenced two enemy machine gun emplacements.
Although seriously wounded, he steadfastly refused medical evacuation
and resolutely continued to maneuver forward in the attack and
silenced the fire from several additional North Vietnamese positions.
Alertly observing a wounded Marine lying in an area dangerously
exposed to the enemy fire, he fearlessly moved across the hazardous
are to the side of the injured man and assisted him to a covered
position. His heroic and timely actions inspire all who observed him
and were instrumental in his unit accounting for 115 North Vietnamese
soldiers confirmed killed. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit
and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger,
Private First Class Frazier upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Jacksonville, Florida
*FREDERICK, JOHN WILLIAM, JR.
(POW-KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to John William Frederick, Jr.
(0-82847/397561), Chief Warrant Officer, U.S. Marine Corps, for
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while interned as a Prisoner of
War in Southeast Asia from May 1966 to April 1967. Despite severe
injuries which resulted from maltreatment and severe cruelties, Chief
Warrant Officer Frederick steadfastly refused to cooperate with his
captors in their attempt to gain tactical information. Although long
periods of solitary confinement for such offenses as refusing to bow
or provide biographical information weakened his physical condition,
he was not detracted from his dogged resistance. Refusing at all times
to give in to the enemy, he provided a personal example and source of
strength to his fellow prisoners. With full knowledge that his
tenacious resistance could only arouse worse treatment, he showed
extraordinary courage and determination, adhering to a Code of Conduct
to an extent far beyond that which could reasonably be expected. By
his resourcefulness and leadership in the face of great adversity,
Chief Warrant Officer Frederick reflected great credit upon himself
and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Born: December 13, 1923 at Manito,
Illinois
Home Town: Manito, Illinois
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (Vietnam), Silver Star (Vietnam), Legion
of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star w/V, 5@ Air Medals,
Purple Heart, Prisoner of War Medal
FRENIER, DAVID E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to David E. Frenier (2517744), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Combined Action Platoon 1-2-3, 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, Lance
Corporal Frenier upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Langhorne, Pennsylvania
FRETWELL, JOHN BAGSTER
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John Bagster Fretwell (0-92067), First
Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving as a Platoon Commander with
Company M, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, in
connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam. On 26 May 1967, during Operation Union II, First Lieutenant
Fretwell's platoon was assigned the mission of seizing an enemy
infested treeline, located across approximately 100 meters of open,
fire-swept rice paddies. Although constantly subjected to intense
enemy mortar and automatic weapons fire, he skillfully maneuvered his
platoon into position. Realizing the importance of supporting fires,
he ably directed air strikes and artillery fire, often within
seventy-five meters of his position, and then fearlessly and
aggressively led the assault against the enemy. Frequently engaging
the enemy in hand-to-hand combat throughout the six and one half hours
of fighting, the Marines seized the treeline. Immediately
consolidating his position, First Lieutenant Fretwell organized a
perimeter defense and expeditiously evacuated his casualties. His
resolute determination and exemplary leadership were instrumental in
the defeat of the enemy and were an inspiration to all who served with
him. By his courage, bold initiative and unwavering devotion to duty,
First Lieutenant Fretwell upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and of the United States Naval Service.
Authority: Headquarters: Fleet
Marine Force, Pacific
Home Town: Coral Gables, Florida
FREY, KEVIN J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Kevin J. Frey (2422000), Lance Corporal, 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 27 February 1969.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
FRICKER, JERRELL T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerrell T. Fricker (0-79130), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on September 19, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Fricker upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: San Diego, California
*FRIEL, JOSEPH A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Joseph A. Friel (2209039), Private
First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion,
26th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
September 21, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Private First Class Friel upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life
for his country.
Home Town: West Roxbury, Massachusetts
FRIESE, LAURENCE VICTOR
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Laurence Victor Friese (0-91579), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on
11 February 1968, 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, Captain Friese upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Born: March 6, 1942 at Huron, South
Dakota
Home Town: Huron, South Dakota
Personal Awards: Silver Star (Vietnam), Bronze Star w/V,9@ Air Medals,
Prisoner of War Medal
FRISINA, JOHN T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John T. Frisina (0-94708), First Lieutenant, 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 31 - June 1, 1968.
By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to
duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Frisina
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Cleveland, Ohio
*FROST, CARLTON A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Carlton A. Frost (2261252),
Private First Class, 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 May 19,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Frost 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, Maine
FRYMAN, ROY ALLEN (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Roy Allen Fryman (1356690), Gunnery Sergeant,
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 August 24, 1969. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Gunnery Sergeant Fryman upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Paris, Kentucky
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (Vietnam), Silver Star (Vietnam), Purple
Heart
FULFORD, CARLTON W., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Carlton W. Fulford, Jr., Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company D, 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, Second Lieutenant Fulford upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Newnan, Georgia
FULLERTON, DONALD G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Donald G. Fullerton (1532460), Sergeant, 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 December 26, 1965. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Fullerton upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
*FULTS, LAWRENCE A., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Lawrence A. Fults, Jr. (2198691),
Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 27th
Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 13,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Fults upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Tucson, Arizona
FURMAN, JAMES T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to James T. Furman (1999793), First Lieutenant, 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 10, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Furman upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Powell, Wyoming
