The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain Charles J. Beasley (MCSN: 0-6325), United States Marine Corps Reserve, 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 on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, on 7 – 9 November 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 severe engagement on 8 November, 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.