The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Edward V. Kamin (MCSN: 1137851), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Patrol Leader of Company B, First Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 28 January 1953. When the patrol he was leading to a designated ambush site forward of the main line of resistance was subjected to the fire of approximately 25 enemy soldiers, Sergeant Kamin courageously exposed himself to the devastating hostile fire and deployed his men to direct and control their actions more effectively. Although painfully wounded during the ensuing fire fight, he advanced under a heavy enemy small arms and hand grenade barrage and personally evacuated his point man who had been seriously wounded and was in danger of being captured by the enemy. Through his inspiring and effective leadership, the patrol successfully countered the hostile attack and inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy. After reorganizing the unit, he directed the withdrawal and personally led the covering force, refusing medical attention for his own wounds until the other casualties had been treated. By his outstanding courage, leadership and indomitable fighting spirit, Sergeant Kamin served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.