For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Machine Gunner of Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on the night of 4–5 September 1952.
For outstanding bravery and exceptional heroism in action against enemy forces in Korea on the night of 4-5 September 1952 while serving as a Machine Gunner with Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division (Reinforced).