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 First Class Henry G. Rainey, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of Faculty Detachment, 69th Infantry Division, at Fort Dix, New Jersey, on 10 January 1956. While assisting in the firing of hand grenades, Sergeant Rainey observed a soldier preparing to throw a live hand grenade. The trainee’s hand accidentally struck the wooden partition which separates the bays causing the grenade to drop to the ground. Quickly analyzing the situation, Sergeant Rainey stepped in front of the trainee and picked up the grenade. Because of wet, muddy conditions, the grenade slipped from his hand. Again Sergeant Rainey picked up the grenade and this time hurled it over the embankment into the impact area. His prompt and unhesitating action saved the life of a soldier as well as preventing possible death or injury to other soldiers in the immediate area. Sergeant Rainey’s disregard for his own personal safety, devotion to duty and courage reflect the highest credit on himself and the military service.