The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Dale L. Weaver (MCSN: 2264241), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Machine Gunner with Company K, Third Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine Division in connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On the morning of 17 July 1968, Company K was occupying a defensive perimeter when the Marines suddenly came under a heavy volume of fire supporting a determined attack by a large hostile force. Reacting instantly, Lance Corporal Weaver moved to his machine gun and delivered devastating fire against the assaulting enemy soldiers, halting their advance and preventing a serious penetration of his unit’s perimeter. Ignoring the hostile rounds impacting near him, he then concentrated his fire on stationary enemy emplacements and effectively silenced them. When his assistant gunner was seriously wounded, Lance Corporal Weaver skillfully continued operating his machine gun without assistance until his ammunition supply was exhausted. Disregarding his own safety, he fearlessly moved about the fire-swept area obtaining additional ammunition. Returning to his position, he resumed directing accurate fire against the hostile force and was seriously wounded. Steadfastly refusing medical evacuation, he resolutely remained in his position delivering highly effective suppressive fire until he was mortally wounded. By his courage, bold initiative and unwavering devotion to duty, Lance Corporal Weaver inspired all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.