The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technical Sergeant George Kostrey (MCSN: 279587), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Leader of an 81-mm. Mortar Section of Weapons Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 27 November 1950. With large elements of enemy forces launching a strong and continuous attack against his unit’s defensive position, Technical Sergeant Kostrey fearlessly placed himself in the midst of the heaviest fighting and, while defending his position with hand grenades, continued to direct his section in delivering effective mortar fire. Painfully wounded during this action, he persevered in controlling accurate fire which repulsed the hostile attack and restored the front lines. His indomitable courage, inspiring leadership and unswerving devotion to duty inspired all who served with him and reflect great credit upon Technical Sergeant Kostrey and the United States Naval Service.