AWARDED DFC: 2
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  UH-1H

Citation:  1.) The Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty on 22 May 1969 in the Republic of Vietnam. Warrant Officer Sausville distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as a pilot of a UH-1H helicopter resupplying a forward outpost near Dak To. Confronted with heavy rains, low clouds, and a landing site surrounded by tall trees, he maneuvereddown into it. After unloading supplies, the ship came under heavy enemy fire. He skillfully flew his aircraft out of the clearing to safety. When he received word that the friendly group force had sustained injuries from enemy contact, he returned the aircraft through the dense jungle foliage to take on the battle casualties. Though hindered by sporadic enemy fire, he remained in the landing zone until all the wounded personnel we loaded. Warrant Officer Sausville's courageous determination to see the mission through resulted in saving four lives. 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.

2.) Sausville, Townsend J., Chief Warrant Officer W2 United States Army, 189th Aviation Company (Assault Helicopter) is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty on 1 July 1970 in the Republic of Vietnam. Warrant Officer Sausville distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as aircraft commander of helicopter transports during combat insertions three kilometers southeast of the besieged Dak Seang Special Forces Camp. Approaching the landing zone their aircraft came under a heavy barrage of enemy automatic weapons, rocket, hand grenade, and small fire. Undaunted, he continued his approach and landed allowing the troops to join the battle. Again and again they landed in the area with badly needed reinforcements, receiving intense enemy fire. Only to assist in the rescue operation of a downed helicopter crew did they vary from their mission. After smoothly coordinating the immediate rescue operation, they returned to the combat assault, continuing in complete darkness. Through his courage and outstanding flying ability the mission was successfully completed. 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.