Charles J. Beasley’s Silver Star citation

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the SILVER STAR MEDAL to

CAPTAIN CHARLES J. BEASLEY,
U.S.M.C.R.,

for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

“For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as operations and training officer of the First Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces in the Solomon Islands on November 7-9, 1942.While engaged in operations to the west of Metapona River, in an area infested with harassing groups and snipers, Captain Beasley, although previously wounded in a skirmish with the Japanese, persisted in continuing his duties. Frequently operating in advance positions under hostile fire, he carried on throughout a sever engagement on November 8, rendering valuable assistance until the situation had become secure. His courageous endurance and utter disregard of personal safety were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.”

For the President,
Frank Knox
Secretary of the Navy.