The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant Charles Wilkes Styer, Jr. (NSN: 0-100421), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Assistant Approach Officer of the U.S.S. TILEFISH (SS-307), during the FOURTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy controlled waters from 15 November 1944 to 2 January 1945. His excellent judgment and thorough knowledge of approach problems assisted his Commanding Officer considerably in conducting attacks which resulted in sinking approximately 9,000 tons of enemy shipping. His calm manner and devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Charles Wilkes Styer, Jr. (NSN: 0-100421), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Assistant Approach Officer of the U.S.S. TILEFISH (SS-307), during the THIRD War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy controlled waters from 10 September to 24 October 1944. His excellent judgment and knowledge of attack problems assisted his Commanding Officer considerably in operations which resulted in sinking enemy ships totaling more than 8,000 tons, and damaging over 4,000 tons of shipping. His calm manner and devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.