The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Richard W. Stoll (ASN: 42088978), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 134th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division, in action in the vicinity of ****, Germany, on 17 April 1945. Private Stoll was on outpost duty during the course of a strong enemy attack. Although it soon became apparent that his position would be over-run by the enemy, Private Stoll remained at his post, firing his rifle until he had expended his last round, then started toward his platoon command post. He was wounded by enemy fire, but heroically continued forward until he reached his platoon leader, to whom he imparted information relative to the strength and disposition of the attacking troops, thereby enabling his unit to thwart the attack. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.