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 First Class [then Private] Charles H. Slack, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 70th Tank Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, during July and August 1943. Private Slack’s tank stalled during an attack on enemy positions. Despite heavy machine gun and rifle fire, he voluntarily dismounted from his tank, fastened it to another, and by having his tank towed, was able to start its motors. He then again exposed himself to the enemy, unfastened the two tanks, and continued the attack. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.