The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class George Speedy, Jr. (MCSN: 1048304), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Rifleman of Company C, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 29 May 1951. When the enemy penetrated to his position and surrounded him during a vicious night attack, Private First Class Speedy defiantly refused an enemy demand to surrender and, opening fire with his rifle, threw his would-be captors into confusion and forced them to withdraw, although he himself fell mortally wounded during the action. By his daring initiative, indomitable fighting spirit and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of almost insurmountable odds, Private First Class Speedy served to inspire all who observed him and contributed materially to the successful maintenance of his platoon’s position, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.