The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) to Corporal Richard T. Schaedel (MCSN: 1062410), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with a Marine Infantry Company of the FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in Korea, on 18 August 1950. Corporal Schaedel, as a communications non-commissioned officer assigned to a tank platoon, efficiently restored communications that were necessary to coordinate the action of the infantry and supporting tanks. Observing that communications in three tanks had become inoperative, Corporal Schaedel voluntarily moved from tank to tank repairing the radio sets. In order to accomplish this task, it was necessary for Corporal Schaedel to climb upon each tank and enter through the turret, thereby exposing himself to further observation and fire by the enemy. Corporal Schaedel’s heroic actions, his efficiency and devotion to duty contributed greatly to the success of the operation. The gallantry displayed by Corporal Schaedel reflects great credit on himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.