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

Citation:  1.) The placement of friendly troops from a forward operating location to a position deep in hostile territory. Despite hostile ground fire directed at his aircraft, Sergeant Saville directed heavy suppressive return fire at the nearby hostile forces assuring completion of his mission. The professional Competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Saville reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.