The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal George N. Powers (MCSN: 1151291), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with Company C, First Engineer Battalion, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 22 November 1951. Although seriously wounded by the first exploding shell when his unit was subjected to an intense mortar barrage, Private First Class Powers left a comparatively safe position and bravely moved forward in the face of intense hostile fire to carry a wounded Marine to cover and remained on the scene, refusing medical aid for himself, to assist in the evacuation of his comrades. By his outstanding courage, daring initiative and selfless devotion to duty, Private First Class Powers served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.