The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant Jack W. Aeby (MCSN: 386276), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with a Marine Rifle Company of the First Battalion, Twenty-Fourth Marines, FOURTH Marine Division, during the invasion of Saipan Island, Marianas Group, 22 June 1944. When his platoon was ordered to aid the unit on its left during a vigorous attack, Sergeant Aeby courageously led his squad in advance of the rest of his platoon and, effectively directing and controlling the fire of his group, enabled the unit to withdraw without further losses. Remaining in his position until he assured himself that all his men were protected, he then attempted to withdraw but was mortally wounded by hostile sniper fire. Sergeant Aeby’s valiant fighting spirit and selfless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.