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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Chief Warrant Officer Two (CWO-2) Rowe D. Haddock, United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty, while serving with the 240th Aviation Company in Southeast Asia. These men distinguished themselves by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as aircraft commanders of helicopter gunships in support of regional forces in the Rung Sat special zone. While scouting an area of suspected enemy concentration, they spotted numerous bunkers and enemy fighting positions. On subsequent passes over this area, and through their exceptional skill, the enemy was forced to retreat. Their aggressiveness and courage under fire were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon themselves, their unit, and the United States Army.