Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Corporal

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    3d Marines

    Division:

    3d Marine Division

    Action Date:

    July 21, 1944

    Commander in Chief, Pacific: Serial 004235 (April 18, 1945)

    The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Jesse W. Amey (MCSN: 810226), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a Fire Team Leader serving with the Third Battalion, Third Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Guam, Mariana Islands, on 21 July 1944. When enemy fire seriously wounded two riflemen with whom he was defending an important position, after one other comrade had been killed and two more evacuated, Corporal Amey, refusing to withdraw from the area despite fierce Japanese rifle and grenade opposition, steadfastly maintained an intense, accurate covering fire until his two companions were moved to safety. Although killed while engaged in his valiant single-handed fight, Corporal Amey had enabled a subsequent support echelon to take over and hold the position. Corporal Amey’s exceptional fortitude, indomitable fighting spirit and tenacious devotion to duty in the face of grave peril were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.