Australia awarded four Victoria Crosses during the Vietnam War, two posthumously. To receive this medal the service man or woman must have: Many medals were awarded to soldiers, Marines, sailors, and airmen posthumously and were delivered to their next of kin. Participate as a during the operation with armed opposition, regardless of time in Cross. United Statesparticipated, as members of U.S. military units March 1, 1961 through March 28, 1973, and re-instituted for the permanent base. Repeatedly attacked the enemy and although severely wounded risked his life to rescue several wounded soldiers, For using his body to shield a fellow Marine from a grenade blast, Repeatedly attacked and defended his unit from enemy fire and assisted 8 wounded men who were trapped behind enemy lines, Killed while attacking a group of enemy soldiers, Provided medical treatment to fellow soldiers while under heavy fire, despite being wounded twice, during, Repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to man several different machine-guns until the enemy had been fought back, For smothering explosive blasts with his body to protect those around him, Risked his life to fly his heavily damaged plane back to base to relay the location of a downed pilot. Some mariners who sailed in World War II conflictsearned a war zone barbut never applied. Assumed command of a rifle company upon death of the commander in an ambush and directed the counterattack. Awarded for merchant marine service in the Pacific War Zone, which included the North Pacific, South Pacificand the Indian Ocean east of 80 degrees east longitude, betweenDecember 7, 1941, andMarch 2, 1946. After DNA testing confirmed his identity, the remains were removed from the tomb and returned to Blassie's family, but the Medal of Honor did not transfer with him. Sacrificed his life in an attempt to assist a wounded soldier, Along with another soldier attacked and defeated multiple enemy bunkers. Although wounded, he directed fire onto enemy positions and rescued several wounded soldiers. (2) In action with an opposing armed force of a foreign country in which the Armed Forces of the United States are or have been engaged. Although seriously wounded, he destroyed an enemy bunker and fought back an enemy attack until he was killed. Volunteered to reinforce a squad of Marines who were under heavy fire. If you served in MCAS Rose Garden, Nam Phong, Thailand, ComCabs West, Join TWS for free to reconnect with service friends. Korean Service Medal. 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The medal recognizes the special service prisoners of war gave to their country and the suffering and anguish they endured while incarcerated. Participation. Despite his painful wounds, he refused medical aid and persevered in the forefront of the attack on the enemy redoubt. Kaneshiro, who was born in Honolulu, earned the Medal of Honor during a mission on Dec. 1, 1966, in South Vietnam's Kim Son Valley. Sacrificed his life by smothering a grenade with his body, Sacrificed his life in an attempt to defuse a claymore mine. For smothering a grenade blast with his body to protect those around him, For a series of daring and valorous actions despite severe wounds, Sacrificed his life to save the life of his passenger. (b) Be an important contribution of benefit to the United States and the naval service. Applicants must provide proper documentation of the candidate's merchant marine service for consideration, and include his or her full name, Z or book number, and copies of voyage discharge certificates. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. The war was fought between the Communist-supported Democratic Republic of Vietnam and the United States-supported Republic of Vietnam, beginning with the presence of a small number of US military advisors in 1955 and escalating into direct US involvement in a ground war in 1965. established by the Vietnam Government by Decree No. Martin, Dale E Cpl with VMFA 115 Flight Line, Arrived at Nam Phong from Da Nang when it first opened in June 72 until I rotated back in Feb 73 When we got there we the only thing there were 7 hangars, we slept in the top and worked in the bottom, took showers out on the runway at 5 every day when it rained, almost like clockwork. Mariners Medal. For each subsequentinstance sufficient to justify the award, additional insignia will be awarded and worn with the medal. (3) while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed forces in which the United States is not a belligerent party. For defending company from an enemy grenade, Sacrificed himself to hold his company's position against the enemy allowing others to come to his aid and repel the enemy force, Sacrificed his life by manning a machine gun in an exposed position during an enemy attack, allowing others to rescue a wounded comrade, Sacrificed his life to save others by smothering a grenade with his body, Sacrificed his life to save several fellow soldiers by smothering a claymore mine with his body. (2) while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or Sacrificed his life to save several of his fellow Marines by smothering a grenade with his body, For defending his 42-man unit from hundreds of attacking Viet Cong, For actions as a prisoner of war from August 26, 1967 March 4, 1973, Sacrificed his life and saved several Marines by blocking them from the blast of a grenade, Flew repeated close range strikes to silence enemy defensive positions, ignoring overwhelming firepower and damage to his own aircraft, Sacrificed his life to draw the enemy fire upon himself allowing a trapped squad to rejoin their platoon. individual personnel) of all Allied countries subordinate to the Reauthorized by the Government of (South) Vietnam (Republic of Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the Medal of Honor. Airborne infantry company squad leader with many decorations and awards including eight Purple Hearts in the Vietnam War: Repeateadly repulsed enemy attacks and although severely wounded was able maintain control of his unit until help could arrive, For actions during a rescue mission in enemy territory. Repeatedly exposed himself and his armored personnel carrier to enemy fire in order to protect the other soldiers of his unit and after his vehicle was disabled, he stayed behind and was killed while providing covering fire so others could withdraw. The "V" is authorized for wear if the award is for acts or services involving direct participation in combat operations. Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, is cited for gallantry in action that does not warrant the Medal of Honor or Navy Cross. The purpose of this MARADMIN is to provide an update of awards since the last update, MARADMIN 514/16. Vietnam Civil Actions Medal along with the Vietnam Service Medal. [6] Thomas Bennett and Joseph LaPointe were conscientious objectors who received the medal for their actions as a medic;[7] three chaplains received the medal, including Vincent R. Capodanno, who served with the Marine Corps and was known as the "Grunt Padre".[8]. Encounter during For the rescue of 29 American and South Vietnamese soldiers from a heavily fortified enemy training area without any cover or gunship support. The original order was eventually replaced by an . Bronze stars are mounted on the ribbon for participation in the below campaigns: The Vietnam Service Medal includes these Air Force campaigns: The devices earned from these conflicts, battles, and missions and are earned for dedication, bravery, and hard work. [Note: The four VCOG medal awarded to marines at nam phong. Sacrificed his life by throwing himself directly onto a hand grenade as it exploded. The Blassie family requested that the Medal of Honor be granted to him but the request was denied by the Department of Defense. Established by the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Order No. Each case must be judged on its own merits. The Commendation Medal was another decoration of the Vietnam War, issued frequently in various versions by the different branches of the US armed forces. such participation foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise To justify the decoration, the individual's service must clearly be rendered conspicuous above their comrades by an act so outstanding that it clearly distinguishes their gallantry beyond the call of duty from lesser forms of bravery; and it must be the type of deed which if not done would not subject the individual to any justified criticism. or inactive duty, of the grade of lieutenant commander/major and below. Philippine Defense Ribbon. All units (and their and aircraft providing fire, patrol, guard, reconnaissance, or other 73 [Only those in direct support of Cambodia Killed by enemy gunfire after assisting in the defeat of an attacking enemy force, Killed after rescuing several wounded, assisting in destroying an enemy gun emplacement and resupplying ammunition to his unit, For actions as a prisoner of war from November 9, 1967 January 22, 1968. [4] The last actions to earn a Medal of Honor in this war were those of Bud Day, for actions as a prisoner of war from 26 August 1967 through 14 March 1973. land in Vietnam or in Vietnamese Waters) who are authorized the (2) while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or 15. The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal will not be awarded for service involving participation in aerial flight after 1 January 1969. (7) As the indirect result of enemy action. Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with an Armed Force of the United States after 5 April 1917, has been killed or wounded. Led a patrol which rescued men who had been wounded and cut off from the rest of the company and in the process destroyed several enemy bunkers and machine gun emplacements. The Combat Distinguishing Device may be authorized. for the full period when an operation is less than 30 days duration) The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the highest non-combat decoration awarded for heroism by the United States Department of the Navy to members of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps.The medal was established by an act of Congress on 7 August 1942, and is authorized under 10 U.S.C. Was a medic who was killed while treating and rescuing members of his unit. assigned to a Division Level unit. 48, 24 March 1966, the medal is the area. Samantha Alexander, Distribution Management Office freight noncommissioned officer in charge aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, was awarded. C6.5.1.1.2. For creating a diversion at the expense of his own life and providing his squad time to evacuate two wounded soldiers. Distinguished himself when he volunteered to accompany a medical evacuation team on an urgent mission to evacuate eight critically wounded Army of the Republic of Vietnam personnel. Sacrificed himself to save others by smothering an enemy grenade with his body, For refusing evacuation while tending wounded and defending the unit's position. The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces, including members of Reserve components on active commanders with authority to award the medal), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal 8455-00-926-6784, Ref: SECNAVINST 1650.1H, Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual. of Vietnam Armed Forces Order No. Despite being wounded in the wrist, he again exposed himself to enemy fire and was fatally shot. During a firefight he single-handedly destroyed a series of enemy bunkers. Also while wounded and in the open, continued to give orders to his troops to repel the enemy. area of operations by ground units, ships, and aircraft provided it It was originally created to honor junior members who are not generally eligible for the Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal or the Meritorious Service Medal. RVN Campaign Medal with 1960 Device: The medal has been used in the First Indochina War from March 1949 to July 1954, and the Second Indochina War from March 1966 to the end of Vietnamese War. We were still cooking in the building next to the flight line and sleeping in tents without the luxury of the plywood floors and sides. The "V" device may only be worn if specifically authorized in the citation. Joint . Continued to lead his squad, fight the enemy, and help the wounded despite being wounded himself four separate times. The Republic of Vietnam Campaign medal is what is known as a foreign award, a military decoration or medal that is awarded to American troops who aided that country in a conflict. night systems bombing. FOR FRIENDLY FOREIGN NATIONS, Thailand - 29 Mar 73 - 15 Aug Counteroffensive Campaign Phase I through VI lasting 1965 through 1968, Vietnam Winter and Spring from 1969 to 1970, Vietnamese Ceasefire Campaign from 1973-1973, Air Offensive Phases I through IV starting in 1966 ending in 1969, Commando Hunt V through VII starting in 1970 ending in 1972. Thanks! He was shot multiple times and propped himself up against a tree and continued to fire until he succumbed to his injuries. Used his body as a shield to protect others in a bunker, moved two wounded men to a safer position where they could be given medical treatment and destroyed an enemy machine gun position before being killed. Vietnam Service Medal. medal devices are: Palm Leaf, Bronze Star, Silver Star and Gold COPYRIGHT 2018 MEDALS OF AMERICA, INC. Theme by, Awards and Decorations for the Vietnam War, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pubH-5CulqI, Cold War Shadow Boxes and What to Include in Them. Awards and decorations of the Vietnam War were military decorations which were bestowed by the major warring parties that participated in the Vietnam War. WASHINGTON, DC 20590 On that day, while in Hu Ngha Province in the Republic of Vietnam, Sargent threw himself on two enemy hand grenades, sacrificing himself but saving the lives of two men nearby. Risked his life and led his men to repeatedly attack the enemy, assist another Marine unit that had inflicted heavy casualties and led his unit to a helicopter for evacuation. Outstanding and worthy of special recognition, but not to the degree required for the Bronze Star Medal or Air Medal when combat is involved or the Meritorious Service Medal or Air Medal when combat is not involved. The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to any servicemen and women that served in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and/or Thailand from 1965 to 1973 for 30 consecutive or 60 nonconsecutive days. Our selection of medals encompasses all Vietnam War medals including foreign awards like the Civic Action Medal First and Second Class, the RVN Wound Medal, and plenty of Vietnam-specific commemorative medals to honor your service including a 50th Anniversary medal, defense medals, and an Honorable Discharge Commemorative medal. Of the total of 266 awards, 178 were to the US Army, 15 to the US Navy, 58 to the USMC and 14 to the USAF. On 17 January 1991, the "V" was authorized for wear on the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Risked his life attempting to save the lives of his entrapped comrades and commanding officer, Threw himself between enemy fire and an injured fellow Marine, Covered a grenade with his helmet and body, saving eight men, Risked his life by repeatedly leading groups of men in fighting back an enemy attack. Found a separated unit of twenty wounded men, reloaded their weapons and directed their fire at the enemy until they attempted a counter-attack. C6.5.1.4. NAVSO 1650/12 (7-99), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Certificate, S/N 0104-LF-982-3000 (for issue only by those [3] These totals do not include the award to the Vietnam Unknown Soldier. The Purple Heart. For destroying three enemy bunkers with grenades and rifle fire, helping to secure an enemy supply cache and directing his men after being seriously wounded. Assistance Command, Vietnam DA GO, 8, 1974. a. (c) Reflect most creditably on the efforts of the individual toward the accomplishment of the unit mission. Merchant Marine prior to Pearl Harbor. Add any text here or remove it. 15 August 1950 and Decree No. Awarded to members of crews of ships who served in Philippine waters for not less than 30 days from October 17, 1944, to September 3, 1945. Vietnam(MACV) during the period 8 February 1962 and 30 April Fought off an enemy attack until killed by an enemy rocket, Killed by enemy mortar fire while attempting to rescue several injured Marines, For courageous leadership on an eight-man Marine recon patrol, Risked his life to render medical aid to several injured soldiers and protected them until they could be evacuated, For attempting to aid a critically wounded, For smothering an explosion with his body to protect those around him, Sacrificed his life and attacked a group of enemy soldiers so that several injured members of his squad could escape, Risked his life to protect several wounded soldiers by smothering a grenade with his body. campaign during certain periods of time". If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. Grenade as it exploded for wear if the award is for acts or services direct. 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