The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Richard B. Rossner (MCSN: 1180424), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with Company F, Second Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 16 November 1951. When his patrol was subjected to intense enemy automatic weapons fire and a land-mine explosion inflicted heavy casualties on the unit while it was engaged in retrieving wounded Marines in a forward area, Private First Class Rossner, although painfully wounded, bravely led his comrades to a sheltered position, administered first aid to the stricken men and, making his way back to friendly lines, guided another patrol to the scene to evacuate the casualties. By his outstanding courage, marked fortitude and selfless efforts in behalf of his fellow Marines, Private First Class Rossner served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.