AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  Vietnam
MODEL:  C-130A

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Lawrence A. Stone for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130A Aircraft Commander at Song Mao, Republic of Vietnam on 1 August 1969. On that date, Captain Stone flew a Tactical Emergency resupply mission, delivering a load of urgently needed fuel. Despite the presence of hostile units around the field, heavy artillery firing and marginal field conditions, Captain Stone was able to successfully accomplish his mission and deliver his valuable load. Through his personal bravery and energetic application of his knowledge and skill, he significantly furthered the goal of the United States in Southeast Asia. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Stone reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.