Stanlely Bernard Radomski

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Stanlely Bernard Radomski (351245), Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with Headquarters and Service Company, First Engineer Battalion, FIRST Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on the Island of Peleliu in the Palau Group, on 15 September 1944. After Japanese troops had infiltrated our lines and set up two automatic weapons which were inflicting serious casualties and hampering the advance of our forces, Corporal Radomski left the comparative safety of his position and, with another Marine, boldly advanced on t he hostile strong point in daring defiance of the unceasing barrages of merciless rifle and machine-gun fire to charge the Japanese emplacement. Mortally wounded by a savage burst from an enemy gun, he relentlessly continued his advance and succeeded in destroying the Japanese emplacement, annihilating eight of the enemy and capturing the two machine guns before he collapsed as a result of his wounds. Subsequently evacuated, Corporal Radomski died before medical aid could be administered. An indomitable fighter, Corporal Radomski, by his aggressive initiative, tenacious determination and great personal valor in the face of fanatic opposition, contributed essentially to the success of our operations against this vital Japanese stronghold. His resolute conduct and unwavering devotion to duty throughout a period of fierce hostilities reflect the highest credit upon himself and upon the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Commander in Chief, Pacific Forces: Serial 01233 (May 3, 1945)