Montgomery in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Major Charles W. Davis, Infantry United States Army / "Above and Beyond"
Photographed By Tim & Renda Carr, August 1, 2009
1. Major Charles W. Davis, Infantry United States Army. Marker
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Major Charles W. Davis, Infantry United States Army, also, "Above and Beyond". .
Major Charles W. Davis. A native of Montgomery, graduate of Lanier, alumnus of the Universities of Alabama and Maryland. Major Davis was awarded the Medal of Honor as Executive Officer, 2d Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. "For distinguishing himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on Guadalcanal Island. On 12 January 1943, he volunteered to carry instructions to the leading companies of his battalion which had been caught in crossfire from Japanese machine guns. With complete disregard for his own safety he made his way to the trapped units, delivered instructions, supervised their execution and remained overnight in this exposed position.,
"Above and Beyond". The following day, Davis volunteered to lead an assault on the Japanese position holding up the advance. His rifle jammed, he drew his pistol and led the assault. Electrified by this action, his soldiers followed and seized the hill. The capture broke Japanese resistance and the battalion was then able to secure its objective." During a distinguished 32-year career, he served on the Army General Staff and graduated from the National War College. Among many important assignments, he commanded the 503d Regiment of the 11th Airborne Division. During the Vietnam War, he advised the South Vietnamese Army in combat. Retired as a Colonel in 1972, he died in 1991. He is buried in Arlington. His service reflects great credit on Montgomery, on Alabama, and on the Nation. Sponsored by Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Historical Preservation and Promotion Foundation.
Major Charles W. Davis
A native of Montgomery, graduate of Lanier, alumnus of the Universities of Alabama and Maryland. Major Davis was awarded the Medal of Honor as Executive Officer, 2d Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. "For distinguishing himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on Guadalcanal Island. On 12 January 1943, he volunteered to carry instructions to the leading companies of his battalion which had been caught in crossfire from Japanese machine guns. With complete disregard for his own safety he made his way to the trapped units, delivered instructions, supervised their execution and remained overnight in this exposed position.
"Above and Beyond"
The following day, Davis volunteered to lead an assault on the Japanese position holding up the advance. His rifle jammed, he drew his pistol and led the assault. Electrified by this action, his soldiers followed and seized the hill. The capture broke Japanese resistance and the battalion was then able to secure its objective." During a distinguished 32-year career, he served on the Army General Staff and graduated from the National War College. Among many important assignments, he commanded the 503d Regiment of the 11th Airborne
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Division. During the Vietnam War, he advised the South Vietnamese Army in combat. Retired as a Colonel in 1972, he died in 1991. He is buried in Arlington. His service reflects great credit on Montgomery, on Alabama, and on the Nation.
Sponsored by Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Historical Preservation and Promotion Foundation.
Location. 32° 22.922′ N, 86° 18.817′ W. Marker is in Montgomery, Alabama, in Montgomery County. Marker can be reached from Commerce Street. Marker is located in the Riverfront Park at the end of Commerce Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Montgomery AL 36104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
3. Marker can be seen along the Alabama River near the Harriott II boat.
Access was blocked from the Riverwalk Tunnel.
It appears this marker has been moved to this location from nearby.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 12, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 4, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. This page has been viewed 1,490 times since then and 76 times this year. Last updated on July 25, 2015, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. Photos:1, 2. submitted on September 4, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. 3. submitted on July 12, 2020, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
