The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Charles H. Stotler (ASN: RA-13329388), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Battery C, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 12 February 1951 in the vicinity of Hoengsong, Korea. The enemy forces had completely surrounded the position of the 15th Field Artillery Battalion and was delivering intense small arms and mortar fire within the area. In spite of the severe wound suffered by Private Stotler in earlier action he refused to be evacuated and returned to his gun section where he operated the piece with one arm. His actions contributed materially to the combat efficiency of the battalion and were an inspiration to his comrades. The gallant conduct displayed by Private Stotler reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.