The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Charles A. Walker (ASN: RA-14329377), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the Medical Company, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 12 September 1950, along the Nam River, Korea, Private Walker was serving as a Medical Aidman during an intense hostile bombardment of his company’s position. Despite exposure to continuous mortar fire, he moved throughout the area administering aid to the wounded. Although wounded by an exploding shell, he continued his mission through five hours of devastating fire and submitted to treatment and evacuation only after all his wounded comrades has received effective medical care. Privat e Walkers courage, determination and selfless devotion to duty were an inspiration to his fellow soldiers and reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army Medical Service.