The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Nathan Goldstein (MCSN: 958555), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Stretcher Bearer with Company L, Third battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces at Okinawa, Ruykyu Islands, on 8 May 1945. When our forces sustained heavy casualties during an attack against a fiercely defended enemy deeply entrenched on a heavily fortified, rock-studded ridge, Private First Class Goldstein unhesitatingly risked his life in a valiant attempt to rescue Marines who had been wounded during the fierce action and, voluntarily penetrating a valley swept by shattering mortar, artillery and machine-gin fire, assisted in carrying the wounded men over a steep cliff and back to safety. Stouthearted and constant, he repeatedly organized new teams when stretcher bearers were struck down by the blistering shellfire and, courageously returning over the same route, continued his selfless efforts until he himself was mortally wounded by a sudden burst of machine-gun fire. By his daring initiative, outstanding fortitude and grave concern for the safety of others in the face of tremendous odds, Private First Class Goldstein contributed to the saving of many lives and his valiant conduct throughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.