The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Robert Lyman Bowers, Jr. (MCSN: 1029442), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Rifleman in Reconnaissance Company, Headquarters Battalion, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, on 19 September 1950. During the attack on strong enemy positions, Private First Class Bowers fearlessly exposed himself to intense hostile fire and volunteered to help secure aid for members of his company who were stranded in a mud bank. At a point about half way to the objective, he was fatally wounded. His courageous initiative and heroic actions in the face of grave peril reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Bowers and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.