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 Captain (Infantry) Jerome A. Bruschette (ASN: 0-82453), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Captain Bruschette distinguished himself by heroic action on 9 September 1963, in the Republic of Vietnam. On this date he was serving as Senior American Advisor to a Vietnamese Strike Force combat patrol against the Viet Cong. At the time he was directing a river crossing operation of three teams from his camp. Due to the lack of fording equipment, he was directing a human chain-type crossing, when a Vietnamese soldier, heavily equipped and burdened with heavy supplies was swept from his feet by the current and dragged out of the crossing line by the rushing water. Realizing the seriousness of the situation and the apparent likelihood of drowning, Captain Bruschette, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, reacting instantaneously, plunged from the bank into the water and swam to the thrashing soldier. He dragged the individual up and out of the current and pushed him to the safety of the near bank. Through his alertness, quick action and total disregard for his own personal safety, Captain Bruschette prevented an untimely and tragic death. Captain Bruschette’s actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.