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 E. Clemmer, United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of the 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action at Breakneck Ridge, Leyte, Philippine Islands, on 5 November 1944. Private Clemmer was an automatic rifleman in an infantry company. During a heavy attack against the enemy he was on the left flank of his platoon. In this action the squad leader and several of the men were killed. One enemy soldier thre a grenade at Private Clemmer’s BAR and he caught the grenade in one hand and threw it back thus saving the lives of the BAR team. Private Clemmer’s quick thinking and complete disregard for his own personal safety was a source of inspiration to all who witnessed his actions and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.