SERGEANT FIRST CLASS JACK P. TOLBERT, Infantry, United States Army., a member of Company B, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy of the United Nations near Kumhwa, Korea, on 11 June 1953. He was one of two outpost guards on the main line of resistance when the area came under a heavy artillery and mortar bombardment. Observing a hostile infantryman approaching the position, he shouted a warning to the other sentinel and to the guard at the command post, enabling them to alert other elements of the imminent attack. Seconds later the enemy solider hurled a fragmentation grenade into the bunker. Fully aware of the danger involved, he stepped on the missile in an attempt to dispose of it or lessen its explosive effect and receive the full impact of the explosion. Although critically wounded in this display of valor, his prompt and unhesitating action prevented serious injury to his comrade. Inspired by his unflinching courage, the troops fought with great tenacity and skill, inflecting numerous casualties and containing the assault. Sergeant Tolbertís inspirational conduct and consummate devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon himself and u-hold the esteemed traditions of the military service.

Mr. Tolbert resides in Northern California.