The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting the Soldier’s Medal (Posthumously) to Private First Class John R. Godwin (ASN: US-55883525), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of Company C, 5th Battalion (Mechanized), 60th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division, Fort Riley, Kansas, by sacrificing his life, while saving that of his comrade. On 10 October 1966, Private Godwin’s unit, Company C, was acting as a simulated enemy force, they were not aware that another unit was to attack them from the rear. As Private Godwin got to his feet and looked around, he saw an Armored Personnel Carrier rapidly approaching his position, and immediately sensed the hazardous situation that existed. He quickly shouted a warning to his comrade, and with complete disregard for his own safety, he pushed him from the path of the oncoming personnel carrier, which was then almost upon him. By his voluntary entry into this dangerous situation he saved the life of his fellow soldier, an act which took his own life. Private Godwin’s actions and example during the situation where a strong source of inspiration to all the officers and enlisted men of his unit. His extraordinary heroism exemplifies the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Army.