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 Robert L. Blaske, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of the 461st Transportation Company at Fort Story, Virginia on 8 May 1956. Private Blaske, acting as assistant amphibious truck driver, was summoned to aid in the rescue of the crew of a swamped landing vehicle track. Upon arriving at the scene Private Blaske mounted an amphibious truck and proceeded through a high and unusually rough surf to the swamped vehicle. .Risking his own life balancing far out over the side of the amphibious truck, Private Blaske succeeded in rescuing one of the crew with the help of a companion. After returning the rescued man to the beach Private Blaske again with complete disregard for his own safety volunteered to return to the swamped vehicle to attempt the rescue of another crew member which failed due to the raging surf and high wind. Private Blaske’s prompt and courageous action reflects great credit on himself and the military service.