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 [then Specialist Third Class] Roger D. Busch, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy on 12 September 1956 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. After his exit from the aircraft Sergeant Busch, while waiting for his parachute to completely open, saw another trooper pass to his left front. Seeing the other soldier’s chute was not opened Sergeant Busch reached out and grasped the canopy. The added weight caused a number of suspension lines on Sergeant Busch’s parachute to snap, increasing the ratio of descent. Despite this danger to his own safety, coupled with the fact that he had a General Purpose bag attached to his body, Sergeant Busch held on to the unopened parachute until completion of the dissent. The prompt and courageous action of Sergeant Busch reflects great credit on himself and are in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service.