The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class John Hruschanko (MCSN: 1071270), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as an Ammunition Carrier in Weapons Company, Third Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 7 December 1950. Although wounded during a vigorous hostile mortar and small arms fire attack, Private First Class Hruschanko boldly left his covered position to carry a wounded Marine to his foxhole and administer first aid to the casualty, instead of seeking medical attention for himself. Voluntarily substituting for a wounded machine gunner, he maneuvered the weapon skillfully and accurately, thereby forcing the enemy to seek cover and permitting his company to withdraw successfully to a more favorable position. His courageous initiative, indomitable fighting spirit and staunch devotion to duty in the face of great personal risk reflect great credit upon Private First Class Hruschanko and the United States Naval Service.