(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Second Lieutenant [then Aviation Cadet] Robert H. Allen (AFSN: AO-2228014), United States Air Force, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States in 1953. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Second Lieutenant Allen, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.