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| Specialist Four Larry J. Wells |
Class
of 2005
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United States Army
Bronze Star with "V" Device |
Citation
For heroism in connection with military operations against
a hostile force. Specialist Four Wells distinguished
himself by heroism in action on 31 May 1967, while serving
as a rigger with the 227th Aviation Battalion (Assault Helicopter)
during an aircraft recovery mission near Bong Son, Republic
of Vietnam. While rigging a downed UH-1D helicopter for extraction,
Specialist Wells came under enemy automatic weapons fire.
When the hostile fire became so intense that the recovery
aircraft had to depart the area, Specialist Wells volunteered
to remain with the downed aircraft. With complete disregard
for his own safety, Specialist Wells stayed with the downed
helicopter until it could be extracted. His courageous action
and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions
of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself,
his unit and the United States Army.
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