AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
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Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Gregory A. McGrew for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action, above and beyond the call of duty. First Lieutenant McGrew distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while flying aboard a gunship in a light fire team covering the extraction of an allied force near Duc Phuong. An extraction was initiated when the enemy began to lob mortar rounds into the landing zone. The lead ship spotted the enemy position and First Lieutenant McGrew assisted in destroying the mortar tube with his accurate rocket fire. He also launched an attack against enemy who could be seen running in waves toward the thinly-held friendly perimeter. When the lead ship called that he was hit, First Lieutenant McGrew salvoed his remaining rockets into the oncoming enemy, then broke station and escorted his crippled lead ship back toward Duc Phuong. Despite the driving rain and near zero visibility, he displayed great professionalism and concern throughout the return flight. 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.