AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  C-123

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Staff Sergeant Theodore L. Davis for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as C-123 Loadmaster at Khe Sanh Combat Base, Republic of Vietnam on 20 March 1968. On that date, Sergeant Davis, disregarding ground fire and continuous mortar and rocket attacks, completed a Combat Essential resupply of troops and emergency evacuation of personnel from the Khe Sanh Combat Base. During the onloading of evacuees, the aircraft sustained battle damage, and Sergeant Davis completed the loading as the aircraft began its take-off roll. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Davis reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.