The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Daniel Lynn Edwards (MCSN: 2291073), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Rifleman with Company B, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On the afternoon of 10 August 1968, while participating in a battalion size search and destroy operation, Company B was assigned to secure Hill 310 in Quang Nam Province. As the lead element advanced toward the objective, the Marines suddenly came under intense rocket and automatic weapons fire from a large, well entrenched North Vietnamese Army force. During the ensuing fire fight, the company became pinned down and sustained numerous casualties. While withdrawing in order to allow supporting arms to be employed against the enemy emplacements, Private First Class Edwards’ squad came under intense hostile fire from several well-concealed positions which wounded additional Marines. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Private First Class Edwards unhesitatingly launched a determined assault against the enemy positions. Fearlessly maneuvering across the fire-swept terrain, he delivered accurate suppressive fire upon the hostile emplacements which enabled his comrades to evacuate the injured men. Continuing his determined efforts, he steadfastly remained in a dangerously exposed position, skillfully providing devastating covering fire at point blank range into the enemy’s fortified emplacements until he was mortally wounded. His heroic and timely actions inspired all who observed him and were instrumental in enabling his fellow Marines to reach positions of relative safety. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and selfless devotion to duty, Private First Class Edwards upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.