Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    1st Marines

    Division:

    1st Marine Division (Rein.)

    Action Date:

    June 10, 1951

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant James G. Curry, Jr. (MCSN: 552270), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with Company F, Second Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 10 June 1951. Quickly assuming command when his squad leader became a casualty during the attack against a heavily fortified hill position, Sergeant Curry braved withering hostile automatic weapons and small arms fire to lead his men forward in a vigorous assault which completely routed the entrenched enemy. Although painfully wounded by hostile fire while directing the organization of the defense, he steadfastly refused medical aid until assured that the squad was properly positioned to repel any counterattack. By his outstanding courage, inspiring leadership and unswerving devotion to duty, Sergeant Curry contributed materially to the success achieved by his company and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.