KABELLER, GEORGE R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to George R. Kabeller (2043283), Corporal, 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 March 4, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Corporal Kabeller upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Parkersburg, West Virginia
KAHABKA, JAMES G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to James G. Kahabka (2408062), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division
(Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy
in the Republic of Vietnam on February 25, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Corporal Kahabka upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota
KALM, RAYMOND W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Raymond W. Kalm (0-81597), Captain, 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 24, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Captain Kalm upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Los Angeles, California
*KAPPMEYER, PAUL J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Paul J. Kappmeyer (2013858),
Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 20, 1966. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Kappmeyer upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Indianapolis, Indiana
KARKOS, NORMAN F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Norman F. Karkos (1866644), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, 1st Reconnaissance
Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on January 23,
1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant
Karkos upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Lisbon Falls, Maine
KASSON, LEONARD C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Leonard C. Kasson (2118060), 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 September 28, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Kasson upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Cincinnatus, New York
*KAUS, HARRY L., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Harry L. Kaus, Jr. (2077042),
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 Kaus upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Dunkirk, New York
KAYLOR, JAMES N.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to James N. Kaylor (2349911), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 26th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 7, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Kaylor upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Costa Mesa, California
*KEAN, BILLIE ORR (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Billie Orr Kean (1851628), Staff
Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 16, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Staff Sergeant Kean upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Alexandria, Ohio
KEAVENEY, JOHN P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John P. Keaveney (2207230), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Amphibious Tractor Battalion, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on January 20, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Keaveney upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Brooklyn, New York
KEAVENEY, PAUL S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Paul S. Keaveney, Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Reconnaissance Battalion, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 7,
1970. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance
Corporal Keaveney upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New Smyrna Beach, Florida
KECKLER, RICHARD C.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard C. Keckler (0-93224), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Pilot with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron THREE
HUNDRED SIXTY-FOUR (HMM-364), Marine Aircraft Group SIXTEEN (MAG-16),
FIRST Marine Aircraft Wing in connection with operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 11 January 1969, Captain Keckler
launched as Section Leader of a flight of two CH-46 transport
helicopters assigned the emergency evacuation of two seriously wounded
Marines from a patrol operating in Quang Nam Province. Forced to abort
his first landing attempt because of intense hostile fire, he alertly
detected many enemy firing positions as he climbed out of the area and
transmitted their location for subsequent supporting arms fire and air
strikes. When informed of the wounded Marines' critical condition, he
refused to wait for supporting gunships, following the friendly
bombardment of the hostile positions, and resolutely commenced his
approach to the landing zone. Advised to wave off when he encountered
an extremely heavy volume of enemy small arms and automatic weapons
fire, he boldly elected to continue his mission and fearlessly
maneuvered his CH-46 to a landing near the casualties. Undaunted by
the hostile rounds impacting around him, several of which struck his
aircraft, Captain Keckler steadfastly maintained his dangerously
exposed position on the ground until both evacuees were embarked
before lifting out of the fire-swept area. As he began to clear the
area, he was informed that another Marine was seriously wounded and
would require immediate evacuation. Skillfully coordinating his third
approach with the air strikes of fixed wing aircraft, and although
advised to abort his landing, he again braved intense enemy fire and
maneuvered to a landing. Calmly waiting until the casualty was
embarked, he then departed for the nearest medical facility.
Subsequent inspection of his aircraft revealed such extensive battle
damage that it was grounded. By his courage, bold initiative and
unwavering devotion to duty in the face of great personal danger,
Captain Keckler was instrumental in saving the lives of three Marines
and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New York, New York
KEDDY, MICHAEL L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Michael L. Keddy, Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company D, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on May 6, 1968. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Sergeant Keddy upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
*KEEFE, FLOYD M. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Floyd M. Keefe (1332594), Gunnery
Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving as Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of Food
Service, First Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, in
connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam. On 19 March 1969, the Battalion Command Post at Phu Lac came
under an intense ground attack from approximately two hundred enemy
sappers who were supported by rockets and mortars. Reacting instantly,
Gunnery Sergeant Keefe was rushing to his defensive position adjacent
to the mess hall when he observed six hostile soldiers who had
penetrated the defensive wire and were moving toward the command
bunker. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, he fearlessly
moved between the enemy and the command bunker and began delivering
rifle fire upon the soldiers who were firing at him. After killing one
hostile soldier and forcing the others to take cover, Gunnery Sergeant
Keefe continued firing his rifle as he attempted to reach a fighting
trench, but was knocked to the ground by the explosion of an enemy
grenade. While steadfastly endeavoring to recover from the blast and
continue his aggressive efforts, he was mortally wounded by hostile
automatic weapons fire. His heroic and timely actions inspired all who
observed him and were instrumental in preventing the destruction of
the Battalion Command Bunker. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and selfless devotion to duty, Gunnery Sergeant Keefe 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: Montgomery, Alabama
KEGEL, JOHN C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John C. Kegel (0-104243), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 5, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Kegel upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
KEGLEY, WALTER M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Walter M. Kegley (2221435), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Combined Action Company 2-5, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 6,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant
Kegley upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Jacksonville, Florida
KEIF, DAVID J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to David J. Keif (2378228), 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 4, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Keif upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Milton, Massachusetts
KEILTY, KEVIN P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Kevin P. Keilty (2422647), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 19, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Keilty upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Peabody, Massachusetts
KEISTER, ROGER P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Roger P. Keister (2180551), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company E, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 1, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Keister upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Phoenix, Arizona
*KEITH, ARCHIBALD (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Archibald Keith (2241203), Private
First Class, 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 September
27 - 28, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Private First Class Keith upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life
for his country.
Home Town: Bainbridge, New York
KELEHER, MICHAEL K.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Michael K. Keleher (2002102), Sergeant, 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, Sergeant Keleher upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: San Bernardino, California
*KELLAMS, GLENNIS RAY (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Glennis Ray Kellams (1858569),
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion,
27th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
April 13, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Staff Sergeant Kellams 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 Albany, Indiana
KELLEHER, RICHARD A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard A. Kelleher (1556718), Staff Sergeant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with 9th Marine Amphibious Battalion, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
April 30, 1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Staff Sergeant Kelleher upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Aurora, Illinois
KELLER, ALBERT W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Albert W. Keller (0-59625), 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 September 15, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Major Keller upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Seminole, Oklahoma
KELLER, D. W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to D. W. Keller, Major, U.S. Marine Corps, for
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company A, 5th Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on September 15, 1966. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Major Keller upheld the highest traditions of the
Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
KELLEY, PAUL X.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Paul X. Kelley (0-50603), 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 March 21, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lieutenant Colonel Kelley upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
KELLY, JOHN A.
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John A. Kelly (0-88887), First 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 August 18, 1965. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Kelly upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
KELLY, JOHN A.
(Second Award)
Synopsis:
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 John A.
Kelly (0-88887), Captain, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry
and intrepidity in action while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion,
9th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
January 14, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Captain Kelly upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: New York, New York
Personal Awards: 2@ Silver Stars (Vietnam)
KELLY, RONALD J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Ronald J. Kelly (2182506), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with 7th Engineer Battalion, 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, Corporal
Kelly upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Jacksonville, Florida
KELLY, VINCENT J., JR.
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Vincent J. Kelly, Jr. (1517827), Staff Sergeant,
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 February 25, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Staff Sergeant Kelly upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
KELLY, VINCENT J., JR.
(Second Award)
Synopsis:
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 Vincent J.
Kelly, Jr. (1517827), Gunnery Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company L, 3d Battalion, 26th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.),
FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the
Republic of Vietnam on March 10, 1969. By his courage, aggressive
fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme
personal danger, Gunnery Sergeant Kelly upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
Personal Awards: 2@ Silver Stars (Vietnam)
*KENDALL, GEORGE P., JR. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to George P. Kendall, Jr. (1103292),
Gunnery Sergeant [then Sergeant], U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous
gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as
Chief Interrogator with the Eleventh Interrogation Translation Team,
III Marine Amphibious Force, in the Republic of Vietnam from 31
January to 4 February 1968 during Operation HUE CITY. Serving with
Advisory Team Three on 31 January, Gunnery Sergeant Kendall directed
the evacuation of casualties throughout the night while the North
Vietnamese Army force launched a concentrated mortar and rocket attack
upon the city. The following morning, despite intense enemy sniper
fire and mortar barrages, he led a group of Marines to the embarkation
point and assisted in placing the wounded aboard helicopters.
Volunteering, he accompanied reaction forces on patrols in order to
obtain vital intelligence information. During the three-day period, he
conducted exhaustive interrogations at the Thua Thien refugee center,
screening approximately 1,300 refugees and obtaining valuable
intelligence information. On 4 February, Sergeant Kendall volunteered
to serve as Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of a
reconnaissance/intelligence patrol in the vicinity of Hue Stadium.
After securing vital intelligence information, the patrol leader and
another Marine deployed to search the west side of the stadium and
immediately became pinned down by intense enemy semiautomatic weapons
fire. Sergeant Kendall, in an attempt to aid his besieged comrades,
maneuvered around the east wall of the stadium and was wounded by
enemy automatic weapons fire. With complete disregard for his own
safety and his painful wound, he continued his advance but was wounded
again by enemy fire. Undaunted, he continued his one-man assault on
the enemy machine gun, silencing it before he succumbed to his wounds.
By his bold initiative, intrepid fighting spirit and loyal devotion to
duty, Sergeant Kendall reflected great credit upon himself and the
Marine Corps and upheld the highest traditions of the United States
Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Missoula, Montana
KENDLEY, PATRICK D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Patrick D. Kendley (0-95388), 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 August 13, 1966. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Kendley upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Boothbay, Maine
*KENNEDY, BRUCE T. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Bruce T. Kennedy (2430740),
Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 3d
Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 26,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Kennedy upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Espanola, Ontario, Canada
*KENNEDY, THOMAS J., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Thomas J. Kennedy, Jr. (0-69955),
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 12,
1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Captain
Kennedy upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Erie, Pennsylvania
*KEPPEN, THOMAS R. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Thomas R. Keppen (0-103608), First
Lieutenant, 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 July 6,
1968. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, First
Lieutenant Keppen upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for
his country.
Home Town: Evansville, Indiana
KERRIGAN, THOMAS G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas G. Kerrigan (0-106816), Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 3, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Second Lieutenant Kerrigan upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Newark, New Jersey
*KESHNER, KEO J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Keo J. Keshner (2481163), Private
First Class, 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 June 8,
1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Keshner 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 Florence, Missouri
KETTERING, ALVAH J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Alvah J. Kettering (0-67506), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263 (HMM-263),
1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on December 9, 1965. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Kettering upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Riverside, California
KEYS, WILLIAM M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William M. Keys (0-79544), Captain, 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 5
March 1967.
Home Town: Fredrickstown, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (Vietnam), Silver Star (Vietnam)
KIELY, DENIS J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Denis J. Kiely (0-77488), Major, 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 March 16, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Major Kiely upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts
KILLIAN, MARK A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Mark A. Killian (2096431), Sergeant, 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 June 7, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Killian upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Sacramento, California
KIMENER, ROBERT P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Robert P. Kimener (0-110642), Second 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 June 27, 1970. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Second Lieutenant Kimener upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Cincinnati, Ohio
KINES, CHARLES G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles G. Kines (0-109043), Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 12, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Second Lieutenant Kines upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Detroit, Michigan
KING, CHARLES W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles W. King (0-102049), Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Marine Corps (Reserve), for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving as a Platoon Commander with Company L, Third
Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in connection
with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 14
April 1968, while assaulting North Vietnamese positions on Hill 881
North, Second Lieutenant King's platoon encountered a heavy enemy
grenade attack and intense machine gun fire. Realizing the important
of maintaining the momentum of the attack, he aggressively led his men
forward, advancing to a position near the crest of the hill where he
was wounded in the leg by fragments from an exploding grenade.
Ignoring his painful injury, he continued to encourage his men and
boldly entered an enemy bunker and personally killed four North
Vietnamese soldiers. His daring actions enabled his platoon to seize
its objective, routing an estimated two enemy companies from the area.
By his exemplary leadership, bold courage and selfless devotion to
duty at great personal risk, Second Lieutenant King was instrumental
in 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: Ben Wheeler, Texas
KING, CLEVELAND, JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Cleveland King, Jr. (2431840), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 1, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Corporal King upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Youngstown, Ohio
KING, SAMUEL L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Samuel L. King (2184066), Lance 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 February 19, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal King upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Waco, Texas
KINNAMAN, GEORGE M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to George M. Kinnaman (1986364), Sergeant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 22, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Kinnaman upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Springfield, Oregon
KIRK, ALEXANDER
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Alexander Kirk (0-89986), Captain, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 164 (HMM-164), 1st
Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 3, 1967. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Captain Kirk upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Keansburg, New Jersey
*KISALA, WALTER (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Walter Kisala (2079832), Private
First Class, 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 February
13, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Private First
Class Kisala upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
*KLAGES, ROBERT J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Robert J. Klages (0-94840), First
Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company B, 3d Amphibious
Tractor Battalion, 3d 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,
First Lieutenant Klages 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. Louis, Missouri
KLINE, GARY D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gary D. Kline (2351248), Sergeant, 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 May 26, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Kline upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Manitowoc, Wisconsin
*KLINE, ROBERT J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Robert J. Kline (2288879), Lance
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 April 10, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Kline upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Bay City, Michigan
KNAPP, WILLIAM F., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William F. Knapp, Jr. (2427918), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company B, 7th Tractor Battalion, in connection
with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
March 26, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Corporal Knapp upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Houston, Texas
KNIGHT, JEROME G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Jerome G. Knight (2181371), Private First Class,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company G, 3d Battalion, 12th Marines, in
connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of
Vietnam on February 25, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting
spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal
danger, Private First Class Knight upheld the highest traditions of
the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Lakeport, California
KNIGHT, JOHN E., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John E. Knight, Jr. (0-88479), Captain, 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 February 25, 1969. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Knight upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Washington, D.C.
KNIGHT, TERRY W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Terry W. Knight (2353535), Corporal, 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 April 11, 1969. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Corporal Knight upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Birmingham, Alabama
KNIGHT, WILLIAM A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William A. Knight (0-93963), Captain, 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 September 26, 1968. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Knight upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Ellsworth, Maine
*KOEHLER, DAVID J. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to David J. Koehler (2537986),
Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving as a Rifleman with Company I,
Third Battalion, Third Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in connection
with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam.
On 4 June 1969, during Operation VIRGINIA RIDGE, while Company I was
conducting a search and destroy operation west of Cam Lo in Quang Tri
Province, the Marines came under a heavy volume of small arms fire
from a hostile force occupying well-concealed emplacements. During the
initial moments of the engagement, the Marines sustained several
casualties. Observing that his wounded companions were lying in
positions dangerously exposed to the enemy fire, Private First Class
Koehler unhesitatingly raced across the fire-swept terrain and pulled
one of the men to a covered position just as a hand grenade detonated
where his comrade had been. Again braving hostile fire, he re-entered
the hazardous area to retrieve another injured man and while he was
placing him in a relatively secure location, Private First Class
Koehler was mortally wounded by small arms fire. His heroic and bold
actions inspired all who observed him and saved the lives of two
Marines. By his courage, selfless concern for his fellowmen and
unswerving devotion to duty, Private First Class Koehler 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: Clarence Center, New York
KOLAKOWSKI, HENRY, JR.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Henry Kolakowski, Jr. (0-81631), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving
as Commanding Officer of Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines,
First Marine Division in connection with operations against insurgent
communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. On 30 January
1968, Captain Kolakowski's company landed by helicopter in the Hoa
Vang District of Quang Nam Province and quickly established a blocking
position to contain two Viet Cong battalions on a river island while a
nearby Army of the Republic of Vietnam force prepared to assault the
enemy position. When the attacking units encountered heavy resistance
and faltered, Captain Kolakowski immediately effected the necessary
coordination and led his company to relieve the attacking forces. The
Viet Cong, well entrenched in a hamlet surrounded by wire
entanglements and making effective use of excellent fields of fire
afforded by open rice paddies, were successful in holding back the
attacking forces by use of extremely heavy small arms fire, grenades
and antitank rockets. With exceptional professional skill and courage,
Captain Kolakowski reorganized his company while under the intense
enemy fire, issued orders for supporting fire and prepared to
re-assault the hamlet. Demonstrating superior tactical skill and
inspiring leadership, he fearlessly exposed himself to the hostile
fire as he led his troops in a second assault. When the lead elements
of his unit succeeded in reaching the hamlet, he unhesitatingly
advanced through heavy enemy cross fire and directed his men in
aggressive attacks against the determined enemy. Consolidating his
position with two platoons before darkness descended, Captain
Kolakowski established a cordon by placing his remaining platoon in a
blocking position adjacent to the Army of the Republic of Vietnam
forces. Throughout the night, as the enemy repeatedly attempted to
break through the perimeter in human wave attacks, he disregarded his
own safety as he directed his men in maintaining their positions. The
following morning, Captain Kolakowski resumed the attack on the
entrapped enemy, contributing significantly to 102 of the enemy
confirmed killed, the capture of eighty-eight soldiers and the
destruction or confiscation of large quantities of ammunition,
equipment and valuable documents. By his exceptional professionalism,
dauntless courage and unswerving devotion to duty, Captain Kolakowski
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Farmington, Michigan
*KOLTER, BRUCE (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Bruce Kolter (0-107436), Second
Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity in action while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 3d
Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat
operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on June 17,
1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Second
Lieutenant Kolter upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for
his country.
Home Town: Wapakoneta, Ohio
KONN, RAYMOND
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Raymond Konn (2309615), Lance Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Combined Action Platoon C-1, in connection with
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on
November 8, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Lance Corporal Konn upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps
and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
KONRADY, LESTER W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Lester W. Konrady (2124523), Corporal, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Fire Team Leader with Company L, Third Battalion,
Fifth Marines in connection with operations against insurgent
communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam on 18 July
1966. While on a search and clear operation in Quang Tri Province,
Corporal Konrady's fire team was engaged in a firefight with the enemy
when he noticed one of his wounded companions lying in the open, in
the direct line of heavy automatic weapons fire. Four other Marines
attempted to aid the exposed Marine but each time were driven back by
heavy fire. Realizing that his comrade needed immediate medical
assistance, Corporal Konrady unhesitatingly braved the intense hostile
fire to run to the wounded man and carry him thirty meters to a safe
position. His disregard for his own safety and heroic actions
throughout were an inspiration to all who observed him. By his bravery
in the face of the enemy, bold initiative and unfaltering dedication
to duty, Corporal Konrady upheld the highest traditions of the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: West Palm Beach, Florida
KOPKA, JOHN R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to John R. Kopka (0-90184), First Lieutenant, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 22, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, First Lieutenant Kopka upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Auburn, Massachusetts
KOSOGLOW, JOSEPH J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Joseph J. Kosoglow (2074108), 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 Kosoglow
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Irwin, Pennsylvania
KRAGES, BERT W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Bert W. Krages (0-76354), Major, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Light Helicopter Squadron 367 (HML-367), 1st
Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 28, 1971. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Major Krages upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Valley Junction, Kentucky
*KREC, FRANK L. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Frank L. Krec (2309152), Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine
Division (Rein.), FMF, 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, Corporal Krec upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He
gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Williamson, New York
KREH, GARY H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gary H. Kreh (2175644), Corporal, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 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, Corporal Kreh
upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United
States Naval Service.
Home Town: Flint, Michigan
KRETZSCHMAR, WILLIAM
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to William Kretzschmar (0-82939), Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving with Marine All Weather Attack Squadron 533 (VMA(AW)-533),
1st Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on October 29, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Kretzschmar upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Brooklyn, New York
*KROGH, RICHARD O. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Richard O. Krogh (2266195),
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 26, 1968. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Krogh upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Mercer Island, Washington
KRUGER, EARL A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Earl A. Kruger (0-101214), 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 March 28 - 30, 1972. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Captain Kruger upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Bloomington, Indiana
KRULAK, CHARLES C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Charles C. Krulak (0-89423), , U.S. Marine Corps,
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with
Company L, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during
combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on 3
June 1969.
Home Town: Quantico, Virginia
*KUBIK, KENNETH A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Kenneth A. Kubik (0-109525),
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 October 22,
1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast
devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Second
Lieutenant Kubik upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and
the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his
country.
Home Town: Hollywood, Florida
KUCI, RICHARD A.
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Richard A. Kuci (0-58735), Major, 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 August 18, 1966. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Major Kuci upheld the highest traditions
of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
KUCI, RICHARD A.
(Second Award)
Synopsis:
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 Richard A.
Kuci (0-58735), Major, 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 12, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and
steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger,
Major Kuci upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the
United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Coraopolis, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: 2@ Silveer Stars (Vietnam)
KUEHLMANN, WERNER G.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Werner G. Kuehlmann (2438305), Lance Corporal,
U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action
while serving as a Rifleman with Company K, Third Battalion, Fifth
Marines, First Marine Division, in connection with operations against
the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 24 November 1968, during
Operation MEADE RIVER, Company K was occupying a night defensive
position when Lance Corporal Kuehlmann, alertly observed a hostile
soldier throwing a hand grenade into the perimeter. When the grenade
impacted just a few inches from the head of a sleeping Marine, Lance
Corporal Kuehlmann, fully aware that it might explode at any instant,
unhesitatingly left his relative safe position and rushed to pick up
the lethal object. Fearlessly hurling the grenade at the retreating
enemy, Lance Corporal Kuehlmann was wounded when it detonated
immediately after leaving his hand. His heroic actions and sincere
concern for the welfare of a companion inspired all who observed him
and prevented a serious injury or possible death of a fellow Marine.
By his courage, bold initiative, and selfless devotion to duty in the
face of great personal danger, Lance Corporal Kuehlmann upheld the
highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
KUFELDT, EDWARD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Edward Kufeldt (0-89361), Captain, 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 February 7, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Captain Kufeldt upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Homestead, Florida
KUPCHO, THOMAS GODFREY
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Thomas Godfrey Kupcho (2408039), Private First
Class, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
action while serving as a Machine Gunner with Company B, First
Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in connection
with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On the
morning of 29 May 1968, while participating in Operation ALLEN BROOK,
Company B became heavily engaged with a large North Vietnamese Army
force in the vicinity of DaNang. As the lead elements assaulted
through a tree line, Private First Class Kupcho effectively provided
covering fire for the advancing Marines. After his unit was
consolidated, he unhesitatingly assumed the point position and, upon
entering the tree line, delivered a heavy volume of automatic weapons
fire against enemy emplacements which had pinned down the members of
an adjacent platoon. Fearlessly exposing himself to the hostile fire,
he silenced four emplacements with his M-60 machine gun and assisted
in accounting for five North Vietnamese soldiers killed. Upon learning
that the lead elements of his company had been halted by intense North
Vietnamese automatic weapons and sniper fire, he boldly moved forward
and aggressively assaulted a hostile fortification, killing two enemy
soldiers. As the hostile force began to break contact, he continued to
deliver accurate covering fire, enabling his comrades to evacuate
mortally wounded and injured Marines. His heroic actions and bold
initiative inspired all who observed him and were instrumental in his
accounting for seven North Vietnamese soldiers confirmed killed. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and unwavering devotion to
duty, Private First Class Kupcho contributed significantly 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: Minneapolis, Minnesota
KUPEC, KEITH L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Keith L. Kupec (2113873), Private First Class,
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 April 16, 1966. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Private First Class Kupec upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service.
Home Town: Houston, Texas
KURTZ, NORMAN F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Norman F. Kurtz (2389280), Corporal, 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 December 20, 1967. By his
courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in
the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Kurtz upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Montgomery, Alabama
KUSKE, GREGORY W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Silver Star Medal to Gregory W. Kuske (2087698), Sergeant, U.S. Marine
Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while
serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 165 (HMM-165), 1st
Marine Aircraft Wing, in connection with combat operations against the
enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on March 6, 1968. By his courage,
aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face
of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Kuske upheld the highest
traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Home Town: Limestone, Tennessee
*KUSTABORDER, THOMAS W. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Thomas W. Kustaborder (2421708),
Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
in action while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, 3d
Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations
against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on February 14, 1969. By
his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty
in the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Kustaborder upheld
the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval
Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Altoona, Pennsylvania
