The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Claude W. Weaver, Jr. (MCSN: 1162513), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Squad Leader of Weapons Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 28 March 1953. While moving toward a check point far forward of the main line of resistance, Sergeant Weaver’s unit was subjected to devastating enemy artillery fire which caused all the personnel to take immediate cover. Receiving word that one of the men had been wounded and was lying unprotected and helpless, he quickly rushed to the stricken man and carried him to a covered position. While performing this heroic act, Sergeant Weaver was painfully wounded and subsequently evacuated. By his outstanding leadership, indomitable courage and selfless efforts in behalf of another, Sergeant Weaver served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.