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 Lloyd W. Burden, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 719th Ordinance Battalion, 10th Infantry Division, on 18 March 1955. During the clearing of the firing range, by detonating unexploded rifle grenades, a grass fire was ignited. While attempting to extinguish the fire a grenade exploded causing the loss of one on the work party’s legs. Although this area was heavily infested with unexploded rifle grenades and other ammunition, Sergeant Burden unhesitatingly and in the face of great personal danger went directly to the enlisted man’s aid. He carried the man from the danger area, applied first aid, and drove him to the hospital at Fort Riley. This prompt and unhesitant action undoubtedly prevented the loss of the enlisted man’s life. Sergeant Burden’s conspicuous courage and complete disregard for the desperate personal risk involved in the performance of the heroic act reflects great credit on himself and the military service.