(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 Sergeant Charles S. Aker, United States Army, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States while serving with the 11th Airborne Division in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. His exemplary courage and heroism reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.