The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Donald George Huyck (MCSN: 1071332), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Fire Team Leader of Company I, Third Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 3 June 1951. When intense hostile automatic weapons and small arms fire momentarily halted his platoon’s advance during its attack against a heavily defended enemy hill position, Corporal Huyck immediately realized the need for quickly securing the location and, exposing himself to the heavy fire, led his team in a fierce grenade assault on the hostile force. By his daring initiative and aggressive determination in launching this attack, he was responsible in great part for causing the enemy to flee and, seizing their machine gun, poured heavy fire on them as they retreated. His inspiring leadership, indomitable fighting spirit and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave risk reflect great credit upon Corporal Huyck and the United States Naval Service.