The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Gunner’s Mate Lewis R. Hill (NSN: 3284618), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as a member of a repair party on board the U.S.S. COLLETT (DD-73) during the amphibious assault on Inchon, Korea, from 13 to 15 September 1950. Chief Gunner’s Mate Hill’s utter disregard for his personal safety in picking up an unexploded fused projectile from the wardroom and throwing it over the side, saved his companions from possible serious injury and prevented further damage to that area of the ship. His outstanding courage and steadfast devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.