Charles Hayward graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1950. He retired in 1975 as a U.S. Army Colonel.
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Charles Hayward graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1950. He retired in 1975 as a U.S. Army Colonel.
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel (Cavalry) Charles Winthrop Hayward (ASN: 0-62495), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army from 1966 to 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hayward and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Cavalry) Charles Winthrop Hayward (ASN: 0-62495), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, and subsequently as G-3, II Field Force, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hayward and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Cavalry) Charles Winthrop Hayward (ASN: 0-62495), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, and subsequently as G-3, II Field Force, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hayward and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Armor) Charles Winthrop Hayward (ASN: 0-62495), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Tank Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 26 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. On that date the battalion to which his tank platoon was attached was ordered to withdraw across the Chongchon River. During the withdrawal the enemy attacked the battalion in overwhelming superior numbers and poured a stream of mortar, automatic weapons, and rocket launcher fire against the withdrawing column. Several tanks were hit and disabled by this devastating enemy fire. During the engagement Lieutenant Hayward directed his platoon in such a skillful manner and with such courage and bravery that the withdrawal supported by his few tanks was executed with a minimum of casualties. After his unit had crossed the river with the foot troops, he led his platoon back across the river. With complete unconcern for his personal safety and disregarding the heavy hostile fire still sweeping the area, he gathered wounded soldiers and placed them on his tank. Although his tank was hit by rocket launcher fire he re-crossed the river, bringing all casualties to safety. The gallantry, skillful leadership, and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed by Lieutenant Hayward reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the fine traditions of the military service.