The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal (Posthumously) to Private First Class Arthur Gerald Bordua (MCSN: 1530785), United States Marine Corps, for heroism in attempting to go to the rescue of fellow Marines who were in danger of drowning at the island of Okinawa, on 5 September 1956. Serving as a member of Company F, Second Battalion, Ninth Marines (Reinforced), THIRD Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, Private First Class Bordua participated in the efforts to save men in his company from drowning. When they were washed out to sea by a sudden and dangerous undertow and tide, he quickly joined the organized efforts to reach the men adrift. In so doing he and others were knocked down by the increasing surf and were carried into deep water. In spite of his heroic efforts Private First Class Bordua was among those lost. His heroism, outstanding conduct and self-sacrifice in the face of great danger were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.