The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Chaplain’s Corps) Charles Alexander Meek (ASN: 0-990453), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Chaplain with Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division in Korea, in action on 12 June 1951, in Korea. Chaplain Meek accompanied the assault units in the initial attack on Hills 183 and 191. In the midst of extremely heavy artillery and mortar fire that engulfed the attackers, Chaplain Meek moved continually among the men, offering encouragement and organizing litter teams to evacuate the wounded. Carrying a large pack of medical supplies, he gave first aid to the casualties he located and fearlessly sought those in need where ever the fighting was most intense. For two hours he remained at the forefront of the assault forces carrying on his gallant activities. Then supervising evacuations of a large group of casualties, Chaplain Meek returned to an aid station where he continued his assistance to the wounded, administering medical aid and giving freely of his spiritual aid. Never stopping to rest, Chaplain Meek stayed throughout the rest of the day and through the entire night with the men who needed his help. This gallantry and outstanding devotion to his men earned the utmost of admiration and respect from all who observed him. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Chaplain Meek, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.