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 Sergeant First Class Samuel L. Baucom, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy at Remagen Hand Grenade Range, Fort Jackson, South Carolina. On that date Sergeant Baucom risked his life to save a trainee. The trainee had pulled the safety pin on a live hand grenade, and , when he attempted to throw the grenade, it rolled off his finger tips and fell behind him. Seeing the grenade drop, Sergeant Baucom immediately grabbed the trainee, pushed him down, and covered him with his own body. The grenade exploded without loss of life or injury. By this courageous action, humanitarian regard for his fellow man, and dedication of service to his country, Sergeant First Class Baucom has reflected great credit on himself and the United States Army. [This award supersedes award of the Army Commendation Medal awarded to Sergeant First Class Baucom as announced in General Orders Number 101, Headquarters, United States Army Training Center, Infantry and Fort Jackson, South Carolina, 1971.]