If you know someone like that, that person may be eligible to become the 2004 Army Times Soldier of the Year. Candidates for this award aren’t the ones who have served in combat or made headlines with their exploits. They are the everyday heroes who stand out because concerns for their fellow Guardsmen, their professionalism and their community service.

The Soldier sought for this award leads by example, gives of his time and his knowledge and inspires others, while not drawing attention to himself.

Through April 7, the Army Times is accepting nominations, submitted by its readers, for this year’s award.

To nominate a fellow Soldier send Army Times:

• Your name, address, commercial telephone number and e-mail address.
• The name, address and commercial phone number of your nominee and name of his commander.
• An explanation of why your nominee deserves this award in 300 words or less.
• Names and contact information for three people who can verify your nominee’s achievements.

The award presentation is July 8.