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 Albert E. Herron, United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy as a member of Headquarters and Service Company, 24th Armored Engineer Battalion, 4th Armored Division, Fort Hood, Texas, at Belton, Texas on 10 January 1957. Upon learning that two elderly people were trapped in a burning house, Private First Class Herron unhesitatingly went to their aid. Entry through the front door was found to be impossible due to flame and smoke. Private First Class Herron wrapped a wet cloth around his face and entered through the back door. He discovered an invalid lady lying on a burning bed. Private First Class Herron carried her from the house and at the same time led her partially blind husband to safety. Minutes after the rescue was accomplished, the house collapsed. Private First Class Herron’s courageous action in face of immediate danger reflects great credit on himself in the military service.