The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Elmer A. Fenwick, Jr. (MCSN: 1153772), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as an Automatic Rifleman of Company E, Second Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 10 June 1951. Although wounded twice during assaults on hostile bunkers while participating in a company attack against strong enemy forces entrenched on a steep hilltop position, Private First Class Fenwick refused evacuation and remained with leading elements which were exposed to intense hostile fire at all times during the attack. Blown off his feet and dazed by a satchel charge thrown from an enemy bunker during the company’s final assault on the hostile position, he struggled to his feet and, delivering withering fire on the bunker, succeeded in killing the occupants. By his valiant fighting spirit, fortitude and outstanding courage, Private First Class Fenwick served to inspire all who observed him and aided materially in the success achieved by the company, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.