The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Machinist First Class Frank Bertinetti (NSN: 8143349), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism not involving conflict with the enemy on the occasion of the rescue of a shipmate from the sea at Finschhafen, New Guinea, on 2 August 1944. Without regard for his personal safety, he dived into the heavy surf and swam to the aid of a shipmate whose small boat had been swamped among the coral reefs. His heroic conduct beyond the call of duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.