The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Jack C. Kindig (MCSN: 1137312), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with a Marine Infantry Company of the FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 6 June 1951. Corporal Kindig was assigned the mission of helping to lay down a base of fire to assist another platoon in the assault of a heavily fortified enemy hill position. While maneuvering into position, the unit was subjected to devastating enemy mortar, automatic weapons, and small arms fire, and he was painfully wounded and knocked from his feet. Despite the intense pain of his wound, he regained his feet, refused medical attention, and moved to an exposed position from which he could deliver accurate and effective fire on the enemy positions, materially aiding in the successful seizure of the strategic ground. His fearless devotion to duty and great personal bravery were an inspiration to all who observed him. Corporal Kindig’s heroic actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.