The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Chief Warrant Officer (W-2) Jack J. Carey, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of the 93d Transportation Company (Light Helicopter) (H-21) at Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona during the period 1 July 1956 to 11 July 1956. As a member of the U. S. Army recovery team at the site of commercial aviation’s worst disaster, he voluntarily made nine flights into the treacherous depths in the canyon to recover and evacuate bodies from the scene of the crash, and to obtain vital data needed for the investigation of the accident. With complete disregard for his own safety, despite the dangerous air currents, sheer hazardous peaks, and inadequate landing spots at the crash location, and well aware that aircraft failure or misjudgment might mean certain death, Chief Warrant Officer Carey contributed immeasurably to the accomplishment of this vital mission which was above and beyond the call of duty. In the performance of this perilous task he was forced to bring forth an extra reserve of skill and energy. His unhesitating and courageous action in the face of grave danger reflects great credit on himself his unit and the military service.