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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain LeRoy E. Guy for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty. Captain Guy distinguished himself by volunteering as Fire Support Commander of a light fire team supporting the compound at Ninh Hoa which was under heavy attack by enemy forces. Upon arrival over the area, it was determined that the density of civilians in the area was too great to use aerial weapons. He elected to fly low over the enemy positions in an attempt to divert their fire with the threat of a gunship attack. On each of his passes, he received heavy automatic weapons fire from the enemy forces. He repeatedly pinpointed enemy positions and relayed the information to friendly airborne snipers in a slick helicopter. After 45 minutes of extremely hazardous fighting, his trail ship was hit by enemy fire. After escorting his trail ship to safety, he returned to the area of contact and aided in supporting a combat assault against the fleeing insurgent forces. Through his courage and personal bravery, he was instrumental in the successful defense of the compound. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.