The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Emil Trynoski (MCSN: 1111914), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Gunner in Company E, Second Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 29 November 1950. When he observed two enemy soldiers setting up a machine gun behind friendly lines after an attack by a numerically superior hostile force which resulted in the over-running of several of his platoon’s positions, Corporal Trynoski immediately charged the enemy soldiers, who had turned the fire of their machine gun directly upon him, and succeeded in killing both of them and in destroying their gun. Proceeding to his own machine gun, which was exposed to hostile fire, he delivered accurate and effective fire upon the onrushing enemy troops until they overran his position and left him mortally wounded. By his courageous actions, Corporal Trynoski inspired all who observed with him and contributed materially to the successful repulse of the hostile attack. His outstanding fortitude, aggressive fighting spirit and daring initiative were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.