Joseph Doyle Price

1st Lieutenant, U. S. Marine Corps

Silver Star

GENERAL ORDERS:
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to First Lieutenant Joseph Doyle Price (MCSN: 0-18197), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while attached to the SECOND Marine Division during action against enemy Japanese forces at Tarawa, Gilbert Islands on 20 and 21 November 1943.
Wounded early on the first day of the assault while leading his heavy machine gun platoon, First Lieutenant Price courageously remained in action directing the advance of his men toward their objective throughout the day.
Operating under heavy enemy fire, he personally supervised the installation of each of his guns for night defense, continuing in combat on the front lines until he collapsed.
While being evacuated the following morning, First Lieutenant Price received a wound from Japanese mortar fire which later proved fatal.
His brave fighting spirit and fortitude in utter disregard for his own safety were an inspiration to the men of his command and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
He gallantly gave his life for his country.