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 Bob A. Tevis, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while serving as a member of the 19th Ordinance Company (Direct Automotive Support), Fort Ord, California, on 29 September 1963, at Marina Beach, California. When Specialist Tevis heard calls for help from two youths who had been riding an air mattress and were suddenly rendered helpless when caught in a treacherous riptide fifty yards from the beach, he immediately went to their aid. With complete disregard for his own personal safety, he plunged into the surf and, despite the seas, attempted to rescue the young men. After one of the youths succeeded in reaching the shore, Specialist Trevis’ efforts to rescue the second young man were in vain as the youth disappeared in the ocean. Specialist Tevis’ heroic actions are in the highest traditions of the military service and reflect distinct credit upon himself and the United States Army. [This award supersedes award of the Army Commendation Medal for bravery above and beyond the call of duty on 29 September 1963, as announced in General Orders Number 97, Headquarters, United States Army Training Center, Infantry and Fort Ward, dated 26 December 1963.]