(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Boatswain’s Mate Robert Lee O’Brien, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving on board a United States warship during World War II. Chief Boatswain’s Mate O’Brien promptly and fearlessly risked his life to extinguish the fire resulting from an attack by Japanese aircraft, which seriously threatened the safety of his ship and the personnel on board. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.