The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Robert D. Kozkowski (MCSN: 394657), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Rifleman of Headquarters and Service Company, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 3 November 1950. With two infantry battalions isolated from their source of supply and a bridge commanding the only route of approach blocked by inoperative vehicles, Private First Class Kozkowski fearlessly risked his life in an attempt to wipe out a machine gun emplacement delivering heavy fire on friendly units. Proceeding with a fellow Marine through intense small arms and machine gun fire, he assumed position on the road and, standing upright for a prolonged period of time, delivered accurate fire until the emplacement had been neutralized, the bridge cleared and the supplying vehicles again able to move forward to the infantry battalions. His daring initiative, indomitable fighting spirit and heroic actions in the face of grave danger served as an inspiration to all who observed him and reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Kozkowski and the United States Naval Service.