Major Roy A. Knight, Jr., distinguished himself by gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as an A-1E Skyraider Pilot in North Vietnam on 2 April 1967. On that date, Major Knight entered an area of extremely heavy and accurate antiaircraft fire in a low-level search for a downed crewman. Working at altitudes of less than two hundred feet in withering hostile fire for more than an hour, he continually exposed himself in an attempt to make visual contact with the pilot. It was only after darkness and the loss of radio contact made any further attempt futile that Major Knight withdrew from the area. His complete disregard for his own safety and outstanding courage in the face of overwhelming odds reflect the highest standards required of an Air Force pilot. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Major Knight reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.