The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander Eugene Cassin Carusi (NSN: 0-62024), United States Naval Reserve, for conspicuous bravery under fire, resourcefulness, and sound judgment in the performance of outstanding services, both in the preparation and execution of the amphibious assault on the coast of France, 6 June 1944, in which he acted as Commander of the SIXTH Beach Battalion. Commander Carusi landed with the Beach Battalion at the first stage of the assault when the fighting was most severe. Through his leadership and courage he was able to organize a fluid situation, and imposed an effective order on the beaches under his command at an early hour. His courage during the assault was equaled by his tireless and steadfast devotion to duty in maintaining an efficient traffic to and from the beach. Commander Carusi’s meritorious performance of an essential task contributed materially to the success of the operation, and reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.