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 Herman L. Weeks (ASN: 38510802), United States Army, for heroism while serving with the 37th Infantry Division at Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 26 April 1945. When a truck loaded with ammunition caught fire on a narrow mountain road, Private Weeks, along with three comrades, climbed on the truck, disregarding the exploding ammunition, and extinguished the blaze. Through their brave action the road was opened to vital ambulance traffic, and much valuable impedimenta was saved from complete destruction. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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 Army.