THE WALL OF FACES

I was there the day we lost Charles. My RTO was talking with him, he was telling us where the enemy was located as we were moving forward to help them even after he was hit. His efforts I know saved others, always a hero to me. I remember running across the open area trying to check on the men and was so angry. The loss of Charles, Joseph, and Captain Bennett has stayed heavy in my heart forever This loss has changed me forever, I feel this loss every day of my life.
I know God has blessed you and carried your family. I only wish I had found this site years before. I honor you in the highest, God Bless my friend.

Dear PFC Charles Hoffman, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Happy Summer in heaven! Please watch over the USA, it still needs your strength. Rest in peace with the angels.

Charles David Hoffman
Date of birth: July 7, 1948
Date of death: November 4, 1970
Place of Birth: West Virginia, Nitro
Home of record: Nitro West Virginia
Status: KIA

AWARDS AND CITATIONS

Silver Star


Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Charles David Hoffman, United States Army, for gallantry in action in the Republic of Vietnam on 4 November 1970. Private First Class Hoffman distinguished himself while serving as a radio-telephone operator in Company C, 1st Battalion (Airmobile), 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Airmobile), on a reconnaissance patrol near Hue, Republic of Vietnam. The lead element of his platoon came under intense hostile rocket-propelled grenade, automatic weapons, and small arms fire, and Private Hoffman sustained a leg wound during the initial moments of contact. Although located in an exposed area, he immediately established communications with another platoon and informed them of the tactical situation. Despite being repeatedly struck in the leg by hostile automatic weapons fire, Private Hoffman then radioed for medical evacuation helicopters, and maintained communications with the approaching reinforcements until succumbing to his wounds. His efforts were instrumental in forcing the withdrawal of the hostile force and in securing the area for the evacuation of casualties. Private Hoffman's personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.

General Orders: Headquarters, 101st Airborne Division (Airmobile), General Orders No. 14969 (December 21, 1970)

Action Date: November 4, 1970

Service: Army

Rank: Private First Class

Company: Company C

Battalion: 1st Battalion (Airmobile)

Regiment: 327th Infantry Regiment

Division: 101st Airborne Division (Airmobile)

Dear PFC Charles David Hoffman, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Rest in peace with the warriors.