The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Army Award) to Sergeant Anthony Zacharia (MCSN: 412136), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with the Second Battalion, Eleventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces near Torkol-li, Korea, on 3 January 1951. During an enemy artillery shelling a fire blazed up in a 105 millimeter howitzer crew section’s prime mover. Sergeant Zacharia, a member of the crew, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, voluntarily removed several rounds of high explosive ammunition from the burning truck. His heroic act prevented a serous explosion and saved the lives of his comrades. Sergeant Zacharia’s quick thinking and courageous action reflect great credit on himself and the military service.