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 Lawrence W. Mueller, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy on 23 July 1967, at Camp Riley, Minnesota, during Annual Field Training. While on a routine patrol in his capacity as lifeguard at the Riley Beach, he was alert to the needs of a fellow Guardsmen who suffered sudden and crippling leg cramps while swimming in deep water. Private Mueller reacted without hesitation, dived to the aid of the stricken man and expertly towed him 80 yards to safety. No sooner did private Mueller begin rendering aid to the man when a second call for assistance was heard. Without regard for his own, somewhat exhausted, condition, he reacted promptly and swam 150 yards to the aid of a 10-year-old boy who swam beyond his ability pursuing an inner tube. Private Mueller displayed exceptional courage, outstanding physical ability and endurance, without concern for his own safety, in the performance of this duty. This unselfish and heroic act undoubtedly saved the lives of both individuals, and is in the highest tradition of the military service reflecting great credit upon Private Mueller, the Army National Guard of the United States, and the United States Army.