The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal Charles F. Fain (MCSN: 430132), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a squad leader, serving with Company G, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands, May 13, 1945. Fearlessly leading his squad through dense jungle terrain and heavy enemy machine-gun, rifle and mortar fire in a fierce assault upon the strongly defended Japanese village of Dakeshi, Corporal Fain directed the activities of his men with outstanding tactical skill and, when the advance was retarded by relentless blasts from an enemy machine gun, risked his life to employ a near-by tank in neutralizing the opposing installation, thereby enabling his group to accomplish its objective. By his courage initiative, daring aggressiveness and heroic action throughout this perilous engagement, Corporal Fain contributed materially to the success of our forces in capturing this important Japanese stronghold. His inspiring conduct was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.