The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to First Lieutenant Charles W. Carbeau, Jr. (MCSN: 0-13858), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while attached to a Rifle Company of the First Battalion, Twenty-Fourth Marines, FOURTH Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Saipan, Mariana Islands, 6 July 1944. Truck down by hostile sniper fire while carrying out a vital observation mission with his platoon forward of front lines, First Lieutenant Carbeau steadfastly disregarded his own critical condition and, quickly directing his men to cover, out of range of the enemy guns, ensured the safety of his platoon before succumbing to his wounds. By his splendid leadership and great personal courage in the face of grave peril, First Lieutenant Carbeau was an inspiration to all his comrades, and his unwavering devotion to duty throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.