For extraordinary heroism while serving as a Corpsman with a Marine Infantry Company in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 16 September 1951. When his unit was suddenly subjected to cross fire from two bunkers while he was advancing with the assault squad of a rifle platoon during an attack against a group of strongly fortified enemy emplacements located along a ridge line, STONE bravely exposed himself to the hostile fire to treat the casualties and assisted the stricken men to a covered position. With the remainder of the squad pinned down and receiving further casualties, STONE promptly gathered the grenades dropped by the wounded men, made his way through intense enemy machine-gun, grenade and small-arms fire to a position closely flanking the hostile bunkers and, in a gallant attempt to protect his comrades, hurled the missiles into the enemy emplacements, killing all the occupants and completely neutralizing both strong points. By his indomitable courage, outstanding initiative and valiant efforts on behalf of his comrades in the face of great odds, STONE served to inspire all who observed him and was directly instrumental in the successful seizure of the platoon’s objective. His exceptional bravery and superb self-command reflect the highest credit upon himself and enhance the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Mr. Stone joined the Legion of Valor in 1964 and resided in Pennsylvania.