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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Toby R. Hardy for heroism while participating in aerial flight as evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam on 15 November 1969. Captain Hardy distinguished himself while serving as Aircraft Commander of an AH-1G helicopter on a troop support mission near Dong Ha Mountain, Republic of Vietnam. Captain Hardy made several low passes, firing point blank at enemy bunker positions, while ground troops investigated a destroyed enemy machine gun and mortar position. Continuing his assaults under heavy enemy fire, he silenced many enemy positions and kept the ground troops from receiving heavy casualties. Captain Hardy’s personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.