The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) to Corporal William G. Buesing, Jr. (MCSN: 575795), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Weapons Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action near Panjang-ni, Korea, on 28 May 1951. On that date, the Second Battalion was assaulting a strategic position, defended by a numerically superior enemy force. During the attack, a mortar miss-fired, discharging the dangerous missile into the midst of the friendly forces. Realizing that an explosion would cause numerous casualties and delay the attack, Corporal Buesing quickly moved forward and buried the faulty round. He immediately returned to his gun and continued to bring heavy mortar fire to bear upon the enemy. His initiative and disregard for his personal safety contributed greatly to the saving of many lives and to the ultimate success of the mission. The gallantry and devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Buesing on this occasion reflect great credit on himself and the military service.