The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Army Award) to Colonel Homer Laurence Litzenberg, Jr. (MCSN: 0-3959), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as Commanding Officer, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 12 November 1950 to 19 November 1950. During this period Colonel Litzenberg, though frequently exposed to enemy mortar, automatic and small arms fire, continually visited and supervised the movements of his front line units in their advance along the Hamhung-Hagaru-ri road to the Chosin Reservoir area in North Korea. The route of advance was over a narrow, mountainous road with the enemy being well entrenched and possessing excellent observation thereby making movement difficult. The constant display of personal courage and aggressive leadership by Colonel Litzenberg were instrumental in the rapid advance of his unit to assigned objectives. The actions by Colonel Litzenberg reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in addition to a Previously Awarded Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Homer Laurence Litzenberg, Jr. (MCSN: 0-3959), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of the Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 1 October 1950. While his regiment was advancing from Seoul to Uljongbu in an advance guard formation, the leading battalion was opposed by an estimated infantry battalion reinforced by anti-tank guns, tanks and heavy mortars. With the enemy unit entrenched in well-camouflaged positions and delivering heavy fire on the friendly elements, Colonel Litzenberg unhesitatingly moved forward to determine first-hand the nature and strength of the hostile forces. When the enemy launched a concerted counterattack supported y heavy mortar and anti-tank gun fire, he skillfully directed the employment of his units in the face of the heavy fire and effectively called for and controlled supporting fires to repulse the counterattack, thereby allowing his forces to continue their attack. By his aggressiveness, courageous leadership and unwavering devotion to duty, Colonel Litzenberg served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.