The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Technician Fifth Grade Charles Hammen (ASN: 27660429), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action in France, on 10 November 1944. During fierce action near Delme Ridge, France, Technician Fifth Grade Hammen courageously exposed himself to intense hostile machine gun fire in order to administer aid to his wounded comrades and direct their evacuation. Exhibiting tireless, unflinching devotion to his cause, and with utter disregard for his own safety he worked all night and successfully accomplished the evacuation of all the wounded. Technician Fifth Grade Hammen’s heroic actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service.