The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Alvin W. Burri (MCSN: 0-48881), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 28 June 1951. Serving as an aerial observer, First Lieutenant Burri volunteered to fly in a small unarmed aircraft in search of a pilot downed in enemy territory. Despite the fact that the area was well beyond normal operating distance of his aircraft, he courageously flew to it and located the pilot. Although his aircraft was hit many times by enemy small arms fire, he with complete disregard for his personal safety, remained in the area until an accompanying helicopter had picked up the pilot and carried him back to friendly lines. First Lieutenant Burri’s efficient actions and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.