The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Donald R. Schrock (MCSN: 490871), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Squad Leader of Company A, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 8 March 1951. Assuming command of the platoon when both his platoon leader and platoon sergeant became casualties during the attack against a well-fortified hostile position, Sergeant Schrock exposed himself to devastating enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire to effect a hasty reorganization of his unit and direct the evacuation of the casualties. Displaying sound tactical ability, he maneuvered his men so effectively that they were able to place a large volume of accurate fire on the enemy positions, permitting the assaulting element to seize the objective and rout the entrenched hostile force. By his outstanding courage, expert leadership and resolute determination, Sergeant Schrock served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.