(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Pharmacist’s Mate Third Class William Edward Nizzardi, United States Naval Reserve, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action from 15 June 1944 to 23 July 1944, while serving as a Corpsman attached to the FOURTH Marine Division at Saipan and Tinian. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.