The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Harrison Pomers (MCSN: 664912), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Fire Team Leader of Company F, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 28 and 29 November 1950. With his sector under attack by numerically superior hostile forces, Private First Class Pomers fearlessly braved the intense barrage to direct his team in delivering accurate fire against the attackers. Rendered unconscious by a concussion grenade during the action, he succeeded in regaining his feet and continued to lead his men and direct their fire until the onslaught was repulsed. Painfully wounded in the neck and shoulder, Private First Class Pomers refused to be evacuated and, although his right arm was rendered completely useless, gallantly continued to direct his men until his platoon had attained its objective. By his daring initiative, determined leadership and cool courage in the face of heavy odds, Private First Class Pomers served as an inspiration to all who observed him and contributed to the success achieved by his company. His heroic actions throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.