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 Staff Sergeant Raymond J. Bouley, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy in rescuing an enlisted man from drowning in the Pacora River, in the Republic of Panama, on 15 February 1951. While two men were wading about 30 feet from shore, one of them suddenly stepped into a deep hole beyond his depth and, unable to swim, was in grave danger of drowning. His companion endeavored to rescue him but was unable to do so and both were clinging frantically to each other when Sergeant Bouley noticed their predicament. With complete disregard for his safety, Sergeant Bouley plunged into the river, swam out to the struggling men, and, with great difficulty, succeeded in separating them. He then swam back to shore with one of the men, who was semiconscious, and thereby saved his life. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Bouley on this occasion reflects great credit on himself and the military service.