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

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Robert B. Vincelette Jr. for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130E Navigator for the 50th Tactical Airlift Squadron at Song Be, Republic of Vietnam, on 14 May 1972. On that date, Captain Vincelette flew a combat emergency resupply mission into the besieged field. In spite of hostile fire and marginal weather, Captain Vincelette was able to deliver his cargo. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Vincelette reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.