AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  AC-47

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Harold C. Sherrick for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an AC-47 Pilot near Ane Khe, Republic of Vietnam, on 13 May 1969. On that date, Major Sherrick assisted a company size force of South Korean troops in suppressing and destroying a large concentration of hostile forces. His outstanding performance and aerial skill, throughout a night of sustained effort contributed significantly in stopping the hostile forces's ground attacks. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Major Sherrick reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.