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Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient

 


Attention to orders. Citation to accompany the award of the Distinguished Flying Cross, first oak leaf cluster, to Sergeant Randy S. McComb

 

Sergeant Randy S. McComb distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an HH-3E Pararescue Specialist in Southeast Asia, on 11 March 1968.  On that date, Sergeant McComb participated in the successful evacuation of thirty-two friendly soldiers from a mountain-top fortress which was being overrun by hostile fire.  Despite the constant threat of unfriendly fire, Sergeant McComb continued to render medical assistance to the wounded survivors until they were safely returned to friendly positions.  The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant McComb reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

 

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