The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Donald Richard France (MCSN: 0-13596), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Intelligence Officer of the Seventh Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 21 September to 6 December 1950. Exhibiting a high degree of professional skill and confidence in the performance of his important duties, Captain France efficiently maintained vital records and reports concerning enemy strength and positions. Continually exposing himself to direct hostile fire in order to gain accurate and factual information, he was mortally wounded while engaged in a daring intelligence mission. His outstanding courage, aggressive determination and unfaltering devotion to duty served to inspire all who observed him and reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.