The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Stanley Debolt Curyea (MCSN: 0-44286), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of Company G, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 4 October 1952 to 1 February 1953. A capable and inspiring officer, Captain Curyea maintained a high state of combat efficiency and readiness within his company while the battalion was in reserve. Later, when his unit was committed to the main line of resistance, he worked long, arduous hours, skillfully directing his men in defending the assigned sector which included the most critical terrain feature of the battalion area of defense. When elements of his combat patrol were pinned down by intense enemy mortar, small arms and machine gun fire on 1 February 1953, he unhesitatingly left the comparative safety of his post in an effort to assist the stricken group. Mortally wounded by enemy fire while advancing toward the patrol, Captain Curyea, by his outstanding leadership, resourceful initiative and marked courage, served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.