In addition to delivering supplies, Freeman conducted 14 separate rescue missions when medical evacuation helicopters refused to enter the heavily contested area.
Throughout the day and into the evening, Crandall flew a total of 22 missions, most under intense enemy fire, only leaving the battlefield after providing all possible support to the infantry battalion.
Dan Bullock's story is indeed a tragic one .By enlisting he felt that he was fast tracking his education opportunities. He was the youngest American to die in the Vietnam War.
Detecting a nearby enemy position, SGT Davis grabbed a machine gun and provided covering fire for his gun crew as they attempted to bring direct artillery fire onto the enemy.
Wayne McGuire served with honor and his sudden death has been connected to injuries sustained during his service in Vietnam.
Faced with four enemy soldiers advancing on his platoon’s position, he quickly took action, moving under heavy fire to eliminate the threat. His swift, decisive response saved his platoon from being overrun.
