Criteria The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, kill... The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, killed, or who has died or may die of wounds received in armed combat or as a result of an act of international terrorism. MoreHide
Comments
Awarde with 4 oak leaf cluster for wounds recieved in 1965-2 1966-3 Medevaced after Battle in Iadrang Vally against a superior force of NVA
Criteria The Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who, after July 1, 1958, participate in specified United States operations or those in direct support of the United Natio... The Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who, after July 1, 1958, participate in specified United States operations or those in direct support of the United Nations or friendly foreign nations MoreHide
Worst Moment
Finding out they were all Draftees and the Battalion was going to be formed into the 1st Bn 11 Mech Inf. and was going to Vietnam after training a year as a unit
Best Friends
Clarence Casto KIA Nov.13 1966, Sam Dana, KIA Nov.13 1966, M.L. Tate, Dan Bolkavic, Mike Rohades, Mike Meadowa,
Best Moment
Getting home after two tours in Nam,even though I was medivaced and hospitalized at Walter Reed until the day before Christmas
Worst Moment
Having to leave my brothers in the jungle after the Nov.13th 1966 ambush by a NVA Battalion. We fought hand to hand for 18 hours.
Chain of Command
Col Gilbert Proctor Capt. Ora L. Boss, Lt Joseph Grant KIA Nov. 13 1966 Medal of Honor reciepient
Other Memories
Being Scared all the time but doing my Job. 2 &3 men patrols LRRP, Ambushs. Search and Destroy. The Faces of the Villagers that couldn't understand what was going on or why their homes were burned.
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brig... Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. MoreHide
Comments
For 2nd tour of duty and running a Med Cap for a Mountgenard Village
Criteria The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of Sout... The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of South Vietnam. The actions cited are for the same services that would have resulted in the award of a Valorous Unit Citation by the Army or a Navy Unit Citation. MoreHide
Best Friends
Craig Hagen, David Gill, John Boyce, Hal Roberts, Claude Meade, Lt. Terry Scott, Sp4 Ruff Crewchief, Mr Penny, Lt. Chien, Fred Metz, Pfc Gadd,
Best Moment
Being with the Best Guys that Flew as Voluntary Door Gunners
Worst Moment
Doings Xoi
Chain of Command
Lt. Terry Scott, SFc Goff, SFc Claude Meade Pilots--Lt Chein, CWO3 Mr Penny.
Other Memories
Loss oc Craig Hagen, Loss of David Gill
Best Friends
Sp4 Ruff , Lt Dennis Chin, CWO Penny, Craig Hagen, David E. Gill, John Boyce, Sgt Sherear, Sgt Goff, Sgt Meade, Fred Metts, Sp4 Gadd, and all of ShotgunX
Best Moment
Living thru Battle of Doings Xoai!
Worst Moment
Seeing Craig Hagen and David Gill go in and Die
Chain of Command
Can't Remember but was 118th Avn Co. Thunderbirds and Bandits.
Other Memories
The night we were mortared and I was hit on the flight line, the crewchief that flipped the chopper that night and not getting any medal for either wounds or Doings Xoai.
Criteria The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while partic... The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while participating in aerial flight, but not of a degree that would justify an award of the Distinguished Flying Cross. MoreHide
Criteria The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while partic... The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while participating in aerial flight, but not of a degree that would justify an award of the Distinguished Flying Cross. MoreHide
Criteria The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while partic... The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while participating in aerial flight, but not of a degree that would justify an award of the Distinguished Flying Cross. MoreHide
Criteria The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while partic... The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while participating in aerial flight, but not of a degree that would justify an award of the Distinguished Flying Cross. MoreHide
Criteria The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while partic... The Air Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service while participating in aerial flight, but not of a degree that would justify an award of the Distinguished Flying Cross. MoreHide
Criteria The Presidential Unit Citation may be awarded to units of the Armed Forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy occurring on or aft... The Presidential Unit Citation may be awarded to units of the Armed Forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy occurring on or after December 7, 1941. MoreHide
Description For being in the Battle of Doings Hoi with 118th Aviation Company. April 1965. We flew more than 25 missions from inserting troop, resupply, Medevac, and body retreival 13 days of Hell. Flew night i... For being in the Battle of Doings Hoi with 118th Aviation Company. April 1965. We flew more than 25 missions from inserting troop, resupply, Medevac, and body retreival 13 days of Hell. Flew night insertion. Foggy and rain. Several near midair collisions. MoreHide
Criteria The Meritorious Unit Commendation is awarded to units for exceptionally meritorious conduct in performance of outstanding services for at least six continuous months during a period of military operat... The Meritorious Unit Commendation is awarded to units for exceptionally meritorious conduct in performance of outstanding services for at least six continuous months during a period of military operations against an armed enemy on or after January 1, 1944. MoreHide
Description
to 118th Avn Co for saving the American Advisors at DoingsHoi
Criteria Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brig... Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. MoreHide
Criteria Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brig... Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. MoreHide
Comments
Rescue of Vietnamese troops trapped at Doings Xoi in June 1965. I pulled two ARVN officers and a radio operator into my helicopter where they were pinned down by 50 cal fire.
Best Moment
Qualification-Expert with M-1 rifle Then getting the M-14 and requalifing as Expert with it.
Worst Moment
Being order to play in the Brigade Band because I played a Horn in High School. The Brigade CO. was a music nut,but this didn;t keep you from training. You practiced in off hours.
Instructors
SSgt Dryer, SSgt Matherson
Other Memories
My Mother having a Heart attack while I was in training, and being allowed to go home for 3 days.
Criteria The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service... The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service during the current War on Terrorism. In addition, all members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing between August 2, 1990, to November 30, 1995, are eligible for the National Defense Service Medal. In the case of Navy personnel, Midshipment attending the Naval Academy during the qualifying periods are eligible for this award, and Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen ae only eligible if they participated in a summer cruise that was in an area which qualified for a campaign medal. MoreHide
Criteria This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical l... This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months. Only members of the Armed Forces of the United States who meet the criteria established for the AFEM (Vietnam) or Vietnam Service Medal during the period of service required are considered to have contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces; or 3. Did not complete the length of service required in item (1) or (2) above, but who, during wartime, were: a. Wounded by the enemy (in a military action); b. Captured by the enemy during action or in the line of duty, but later rescued or released; or c. Killed in action or in the line of duty; or 4. Were assigned in Vietnam on 28 Jan 73, and who served a minimum of 60 calendar days in Vietnam during the period 29 Jan 73 to 28 Mar 73. MoreHide
Comments
Covering Both Tours with a 60 gold ribbon
Capt. Harry Gable & Capt. Larry Gable, !st Sgt Hall, SFC Barry Smith
Working with a great bunch of D.I,s Being a machinegun M-60 instructor, Having Officers that listened and consider your expertise
Leaving
Capt. Harry Gable, 1st Sargeant Hall