AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
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Citation:  1.) The Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130E Flight Engineer at Bien Hoa, Republic of Vietnam on 18 February 1968. On that date, while under hostile fire, Sergeant Bryan and his crew flew an urgent airlift mission of highly explosive munitions and comnbat troops from Bien Hoa. Sergeant Bryan, demonstrating outstanding determination and resourcefulness, performed his duties in a manner making it possible for his crew to successfully complete their vital mission. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Bryan reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.