The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Charles H. Parker (ASN: 0-1290298), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while Commanding a Company of the 5th Ranger Battalion, Provisional Ranger Group (Separate), in action against enemy forces on 6, 7, and 8 June 1944, in France. In the invasion of France First Lieutenant Parker led his company up the beach against heavy enemy rifle, machine gun and artillery fire. Once past the beach he reorganized and continued inland. During this advance numerous groups of enemy resistance were encountered. Through his personal bravery and sound leadership this resistance was overcome, and his company succeeded in capturing *******, the Battalion objective. The following morning First Lieutenant parker led a patrol through enemy-held territory in an effort to establish contact with the balance of the Battalion. First Lieutenant Parker’s superior, personal valor and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.