The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Alfred Syvertsen (MCSN: 1152296), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a member of Weapons Company, First Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 16 June 1951. Although he sustained serious leg and hand injuries when the rifle company to which he was attached as a member of a machine gun squad was attacked by a large hostile force employing automatic weapons, hand grenades and small arms, Private First Class Syvertsen bravely refused to be evacuated and remained in position to deliver heavy fire on the enemy. When he observed a wounded Marine lying in an exposed area swept by hostile fire, he moved forward to attempt his rescue and, despite the intense pain of his own wounds, succeeded in carrying the man to safety. By his aggressive fighting spirit and selfless efforts in behalf of a comrade, he served to inspire all who observed him. His marked courage and steadfast devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Syvertsen and the United States Naval Service.