Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 267 (December 18, 1950)
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Frank D. Bullano (ASN: 0-2262153/RA-13012690), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Tank Company, 5th Regimental Combat Team, 24th Infantry Division, in action near Taejon, Korea, on 22 – 23 September 1950. His company was spearheading the regiment’s advance. When the commander of the lead tank was wounded Lieutenant Bullano assumed command of the tank and by his aggressive leadership and total disregard for personal safety he led the advance deep into enemy territory. Manning the tank’s machine gun he fired with such volume and accuracy that the enemy was completely demoralized and fled before the onslaught of the column. Arriving at the Kum River he dismounted, fearlessly made a reconnaissance and found access across the river, previously considered un-fordable. Through his courageous leadership the company secured over twenty-five miles of ground, which had the enemy been afforded adequate time for defense, would have been gained only at the cost of many lives and much equipment. Lieutenant Bunnalo’s gallant actions and unhesitant devotion to duty reflect the greatest credit on himself and the United States Armor.