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 Private David W. Webster, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of Company D, 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade (BCT), Fort Ord, California, at Carmel Beach, California, on 13 March 1956. On that day, Private Webster observed a young boy in trouble in turbulent waters and being carried out to sea by a strong undertow. Without regard for his own safety, and at great risk to his own life, Private Webster braved the chilling and turbulent waters to swim to the aid of the boy. Fighting a strong undertow, and a rough surf that once knocked the boy from his back, Private Webster managed to bring the boy safely to shore. Private Webster’s prompt and courageous act is credited with saving the boy’s life. His performance is in the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, and on The United States Army. [This award supersedes the Army Commendation Battle awarded to Private Webster as an interim award for heroism on 13 March 1966 as announced in General Orders Number 45, Headquarters, US ATC, Infantry, Fort Ord, California, dated 29 June 1966.]