The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal Franklin A. Thomas (ASN: 33575729), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 18th Tank Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 11 April 1945. When his tank was struck by enemy fire, Corporal Thomas dismounted. Though wounded and dazed, he went in search of medical aid. In spite of sniper fire, he guided medical aid men back to the tank. He then assisted in saving the vehicle. His actions under fire and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.