Camp Pendleton Marines awarded Silver Stars

CAMP PENDLETON — While isolated and outnumbered, Captain Christopher J. Bronzi directed his Marines in a deadly assault from a rooftop, which contributed to the elimination of 250 insurgents.

Major Robert S. Weiler led the quick-reaction force that came to aid Bronzi when he was cornered and commanded his men on various occasions to counterattack the enemy while facing a barrage of bullets.

For their actions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004, they both were awarded the Silver Star Dec. 13 — the nation’s third highest award for combat heroism.

The medals were presented by Maj. Gen....