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 Specialist Fifth Class John M. Rudock, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while serving as medical corpsman during a Military Assistance Safety and Traffic medical evacuation flight near North Bend, Washington, on 4 September 1970. On that date Specialist Rudock voluntarily responded to a request from the Washington state Patrol for a helicopter to evacuate a seriously injured motorist from an accident site located in a narrow valley bordered by a 5,000 foot mountains. Disregarding the extremely hazardous flying conditions caused by extreme darkness and adverse weather, Specialist Rudock twice attempted to locate the injured motorist. During his second attempt the helicopter crashed, killing the occupants. Specialist Five Rudock sacrificed his life while attempting to save the life of another individual. By his courageous action, humanitarian regard for his fellow man, and dedication of service to his country, Specialist Five Rudock has reflected great credit on himself and the United States Army.