Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    7th Marines

    Division:

    1st Marine Division (Rein.)

    Action Date:

    March 1, 1951

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class George M. Biggs, Jr. (MCSN: 1072815), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a member of Company F, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 1 March 1951. Quickly locating the position of two of the enemy when the leading elements of his company were taken under intense fire from well-concealed and entrenched hostile strong points, Private First Class Biggs bravely crawled through the heavy fire to a point within ten yards of the enemy and promptly killed the hostile troops with accurate rifle fire, greatly aiding his unit in securing its objective. Learning that a supporting company was subjected to heavy enemy fire and urgently needed a serviceable radio, he boldly made his way along an exposed, fire-swept ridge to reach the unit and, although severely wounded in the head, successfully delivered the vital radio equipment. By his exceptional courage, daring initiative and aggressive fighting spirit, Private First Class Biggs served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.