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 First Class Kenneth Zomoida, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while saving the life of a traffic accident victim by rescuing him from a burning automobile with complete disregard for his own safety. At approximately 0200 hours on 15 May 1967, Private Zomoida, along with two companions, observed an automobile strike a bridge abutment then burst into flame. Private Zomoida, ignoring the intense heat, rushed to the flaming vehicle and attempted to remove the driver. Finding that the driver was trapped between the seat and door, Private Zomoida labored to free the unconscious man. After several attempts, he was able to do so and carried him to safety. Private Zomoida then administered first aid and offered what comfort he could to the injured man while awaiting the arrival of medical help. Private Zomoida received a letter of commendation from the North Carolina State Police Department commending him for his heroic actions. Private Zomoida’s exceptional courage and ability to act in a quick decisive manner reflect distinct credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. [This award supersedes award of the Army Commendation Medal for heroism on 15 May 1967, as announced in General Orders Number 141, Headquarters, United States Army, John F. Kennedy Center for Special warfare (Airborne), Fort Bragg, North Carolina, dated 20 November 19 67.]