The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Robert N. Oliver (MCSN: 1082766), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Wireman in Weapons Company, Third Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 19 September 1950. Assigned the task of laying wire from an assault company to a Battalion mortar position, Corporal Oliver continued to carry out his mission despite intense enemy fire. Although fatally wounded as he neared his objective, he had aided materially in facilitating an effective counter-battery mortar fire attack against the enemy. His courage, perseverance and unwavering devotion to duty reflect great credit upon Corporal Oliver and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.