The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Charles Broome, III (MCSN: 628661), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as a Squad Leader of Company B, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 29 May 1951. Engaged with his platoon in a furious assault to gain a key terrain feature situated on a craggy ridge and zealously defended by a vastly outnumbering and well-entrenched enemy, Sergeant Broome boldly led his squad up the treacherous ledge against heavy grenade, automatic weapons and machine gun fire. Knocked to the ground by grenade concussion, he regained his feet and drove on, personally neutralizing an enemy bunker with his well-placed hand grenades as the devastating fire continued. Persisting in his efforts, Sergeant Broome spearheaded the assault far in advance of his platoon and, after the assigned objective had been seized, organized a hasty defense to hold the position against repeated counterattacks launched by a hostile force determined to regain the stronghold. By his dauntless perseverance, indomitable fighting spirit and superb courage in the face of tremendous odds, Sergeant Broome contributed materially to the success of his company and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.