The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Hospital Corpsman Third Class Carl Craig Harcourt (NSN: 3516850), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company E, Second Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 24 February 1952. Serving as a Corpsman, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Harcourt displayed outstanding initiative and courage during an intense enemy mortar barrage. With complete disregard for his own safety he left his covered position to go to the aid of a wounded Marine. While running to the wounded man he was killed by enemy mortar fire, gallantly giving his life for his country. His selfless devotion to duty was an inspiration to all who observed him. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Harcourt’s courageous actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.