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 Captain (Infantry) Robert E. Sapp, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy at Hunter Army Airfield on 24 April 1969. Responded to cries for help coming from a neighbor’s house at approximately 2300 hours, Captain Sapp found the residence to be on fire with four children sleeping inside. With complete disregard for his own personal safety and at great risk to his life, Captain Sapp forced his way into the flaming house to rescue four small children. After leading the children to safety, Captain Sapp returned to the burning house, re-entered and thoroughly checked the interior to ensure that all occupants were evacuated. At this point he began to fight fire with water from a kitchen and finally with a hose. His heroic efforts resulted in the fire being contained until the fire department arrived. By his courageous action and humanitarian regard for his fellow man, in the dedication of service to his country, Captain Sapp has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Army.