The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 8, 1918 (amended by act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Charlie W. Brewington, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 14 February 1971, while serving as a Military Advisor to allied forces during operations against a hostile force in Southeast Asia. On 14 February 1971, the allied position at which Colonel Brewington was located came under heavy attack by two reinforced enemy rifle companies. Enemy morale was high and this particular attack was the culmination of two weeks of effort to take this allied position. Colonel Brewington had voluntarily remained during this two-week siege to advise and assist allied commanders. Colonel Brewington personally led a fire team to an exposed forward position to prevent a surprise enemy sniper attack. After 3 1/2 hours of enemy shellings and assaults, Colonel Brewington ordered the timely evacuation of his exposed position, just in time to prevent injury to personnel under his control, as the position then received two direct hits. His presence materially assisted and inspired all personnel present, who constantly looked to Colonel Brewington for guidance and leadership. Colonel Brewington’s calm and aggressive actions reflect great credit on himself, his organization, and the United States Army.