The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Frank S. Toman (ASN: 0-1181169), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Battery A, 37th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy on 26 September 1951 in the vicinity of Pia-ri, Korea. On this date Lieutenant Toman, forward observer, was attached to the French Battalion during its assault on Hill 931. His position was under close observation by enemy observers, and was subjected to heavy and accurate mortar fire. In analyzing the situation, he realized that the successful outcome of the assault was in doubt, as long as this devastating hostile mortar concentration persisted. Lieutenant Toman advanced several times in an attempt to reach a position at which he could locate the enemy mortar positions, but each time was subjected to mortar fire and had to seek cover before reaching an advantageous observation post. At this time, the Air Force instigated an air strike on the hostile mortar position. Lieutenant Toman suspected that these positions would be either neutralized or diverted by this action. Taking advantage of the diversion, he advanced to an exposed position of the ridge held by friendly troops. At this point while attempting to direct friendly fire on hostile emplacements, Lieutenant Toman was fatally wounded by enemy mortar fire. His dauntless courage and self-sacrificing spirit were an inspiration to all who observed him. The gallantry in action displayed by Lieutenant Toman was in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.