AWARDED DFC: 2
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 First Lieutenant Robert A. Marshall for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Marshall distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 1 November 1968, while serving as a Pilot-Gunner of a AH-1G helicopter during a combat mission in the Republic of Vietnam. When a friendly fire base came under enemy attack, First Lieutenant Marshall's helicopter immediately went to the rescue. The airship, flying at tree-top level, came under intense enemy fire. Exposing himself to the hostile fire, First Lieutenant Marshall skillfully aided the pilot in evading the anti-aircraft fire and placed accurate suppressive fire upon the enemy emplacements. His actions were instrumental in the destruction of several fortified enemy bunkers and numerous individual positions. First Lieutenant Marshall's outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

2.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Robert A. Marshall for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Marshall distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous action on 25 April 1969, while serving as an Aircraft Commander of a UH-1H helicopter with Troop B, 1st Squadron (Airmobile), 9th Cavalry during a rescue mission near Song Be, Republic of Vietnam. When a resupply aircraft was shot down by enemy fire, First Lieutenant Marshall volunteered to rescue the stranded crew. Arriving over the wreckage First Lieutenant Marshall realized that it was impossible to land and was forced to hover above tall trees while the crew was pulled up on ropes. While under constant enemy fire First Lieutenant Marshall showed a great deal of professional knowledge as he stabilized his aircraft and disregarded the heavy enemy fire directed at his helicopter. First Lieutenant Marshall's courage undoubtedly saved the lives of the downed crew. His outstanding flying ability and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.