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 Second Lieutenant Glen A. Birdsall, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy at Fort Benning, Georgia, on 12 April 1971. On that date an M-132A1 flame track malfunctioned and burst into flames, trapping two men inside the vehicle. Lieutenant Birdsall, with total disregard for his personal safety, sprinted 200 meters to the track carrying a fire extinguisher. With three other soldiers, he managed to bring the flames under control. He then mounted the track and, with the help of two soldiers, rescued the two men from the still-smoking vehicle. By his courageous action, humanitarian regard for his fellow man, and dedication of service to his country, Second Lieutenant Birdsall has reflected great credit on himself and the United States Army.