The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Chief Warrant Officer Two (CW-2) Solomon Hughey Godwin (MCSN: 0-43252), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with the First Counter Intelligence Team, G-2 Section, Headquarters, FIRST Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 31 January 1968, when the enemy’s Tet Offensive began, Chief Warrant Officer Godwin’s residence in Hue City came under attack by an enemy unit utilizing satchel charges, automatic weapons, and antitank rockets. Realizing that a Civil Operations and Revolutionary Development Support Agricultural Advisor was occupying the building adjacent to his own, Chief Warrant Officer Godwin unhesitatingly exposed himself to the heavy volume of hostile fire in order to bring the man to the relative safety of his position, which was defended by four security guards. Throughout the following day, enemy units repeatedly assaulted the residence, but were driven back by Chief Warrant Officer Godwin’s well-coordinated defense. Reestablishing communications with friendly units, he directed accurate artillery and mortar fire on the surrounding hostile force, frequently adjusting it to within 50 meters of his position. Continuing his determined efforts, he led his men in repulsing repeated enemy attacks, killing approximately twenty hostile soldiers and capturing one Viet Cong suspect. On the evening of 3 February, the enemy soldiers launched a coordinated ground assault from all sides, again utilizing anti-tank rockets and satchel charges. Realizing he was dangerously low of ammunition, water, and medical supplies and that assistance could not reach his beleaguered position, Chief Warrant Officer Godwin fearlessly led his small force out of the building, maneuvering toward friendly positions until he and his men were captured by the enemy. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty, Chief Warrant Officer Godwin inspired all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service.