Frank J. Kostelka, Jr.
Distinguished Service Cross
World War II
U.S. Army
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 188 (1943)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank J. Kostelka, Jr., Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman, in action against enemy forces from 10 to 26 January 1943. Technician Fifth Grade Kostelka’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
