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 Henry J. Landrum (ASN: RA-14301101), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of the 854th Transportation Port Company, at Camp Lloyd, Sondrestrom, Greenland, on 27 September 1953. While working on a barge unloading general cargo, a fellow soldier attempted to lift a box, lost his footing, and fell backward into the below-freezing water. Upon hearing the cry of “man overboard,” Private Landrum ran from the other side of the barge, removed his heavy winter parka en route, and unhesitatingly plunged into 15 feet of icy water with complete disregard for his personal safety. His fellow soldier quickly disappeared because of the swiftness of the tide and the weight of his heavy winter clothing. Nevertheless, although unsuccessful in his attempt to save the soldier’s life, Private Landrum dived repeatedly in the icy water until he was almost paralyzed and had to be pulled to safety by rescuers waiting on the barge. Private Landrum’s prompt and courageous action reflects great credit on himself and the military service.