The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Edmund L. Finn (MCSN: 1218846), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Scout Observer of Battery D, Second Battalion, Eleventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 5 October 1952. During an intense barrage of enemy artillery, mortar and sniper fire, Sergeant Finn repeatedly exposed himself to the heavy fire in an effort to direct friendly artillery on hostile troops and supporting arms. When the enemy launched a furious night attack on the hill position, he unhesitatingly moved to an open trench to more effectively conduct artillery fire in defense of the outpost. Although painfully wounded by enemy fire, he remained in his position and skillfully instructed a radioman in the technique of calling and directing fire. By his fortitude, courageous initiative and inspiring devotion to duty, Sergeant Finn contributed materially to the successful defense of the outpost and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.