save two of his comrades and insure the safety of the remainder of his platoon. His outstanding courage, valiant fighting spirit and selfless devotion to duty reflected the highest credit upon himself, the Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. /S/ LYNDON B. JOHNSON See also List of Medal of Honor recipients List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Vietnam War Notes References 1948 births 1967 deaths United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipients United States Marines American military personnel killed in the Vietnam War David Douglas High School alumni Vietnam War recipients of the Medal of Honor American people of Italian descent United States Marine Corps personnel of the Vietnam War