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 Specialist Fourth Class David A. Hoffman, United States Army, for heroism above and beyond the call on duty on 7 December 1979. While on a civil police patrol in the demilitarized zone near Pan Mun Jom, Republic of Korea, the patrol became disoriented in heavy fog and crossed into an unmarked minefield. In the resulting explosions, one soldier was killed and two injured. Specialist Hoffman distinguished himself, voluntarily risking his life, by moving forward through the extremely dangerous minefield to administer life-saving first aid and carry a critically injured soldier to safety. Specialist Hoffman’s heroism is in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Army.