John H. Calior
Class of 1967
3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry, 9th Infantry Division, USARV

Bronze Star w/Valor for heroism

David Wilson
Class of 1966
124th Transportation Battalion, 8th Transportation Group, 1st Logistic Command, USARV

Silver Star for his outstanding leadership and heroism while saving the lives of many of his men.

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William G. Pfeifle
Class of 1966
2nd Battalion (Airborne), 501st Infantry, 101st Airborne Division, USARV

Bronze Star w/Valor for heroism in ground combat, during the Tet offensive, when the battalion Tactical Command Post (TACCP) came under enemy mortar and ground attack. As the OIC of the makeshift TACCP, configured in the open on the bed of a MULE, 1LT Pfeifle remained unprotected, as supporting infantrymen dove for cover, and coordinated the actions of the battalion. Without any regard for his own safety, he located the flashes from the enemy mortars and directed counterbattery fire. Then, under a poncho to neutralize light from the radio console, 1LT Pfeifle radioed counterbattery fire to the battalion mortar section, coordinated the evacuation of wounded and maintained battalion-level command and control. He maintained this activity for over an hour under these perilous conditions without any consideration to his own safety and the danger. Upon emerging from the poncho, it was found to be perforated with numerous shrapnel holes. His devotion to duty and personal bravery enabled the unit to successful repel the enemy attack.

Charles March
Class of 1966
2nd Battalion, 34th Armor, 25th Division USARV

Bronze Star w/Valor for his heroism while leading a battalion task force attempting to reinforce members of the 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division under attack at Suoi Tre, Vietnam. After making a slow advance through jungle, 1st Lt. March encountered an enemy force of a large force from the 9h Viet Cong Division overrunning the fire support base he was to reinforce. He immediately deployed his platoon, taking advantage of his mobility and fire support. Throughout the battle, 1st Lt March engaged the Viet Cong at a very close range while exposing himself to hostile fire as he deployed his men and secured the perimeter.
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Gordon M. Hanscom
Class of 1966
446th Transportation Company, 26th General Supply Group, USARV

Bronze Star w/Valor for heroism during an attack by an overwhelming hostile force at Dong Ha. During the initial rocket attack, 1st Lieutenant Hanscom rushed to the impact area to assist in the fight. Despite being exposed to constant shrapnel and enemy fire, he helped with the wounded and assisted the evacuation of the men. He then organized the remainder of the men while the attack continued.

John Drupa
Class of 1966

4th Battalion, 31st Infantry, 196th Light Infantry Brigade (Separate), Task Force Oregon, USARV

Silver Star for gallantry during a night assault against an entrenched and well armed enemy. Pinned down due to intense enemy fire positioned on dominant the terrain, Lt. Drupa, quickly realized the precarious position and heavy casualties suffered by the lead platoon. He promptly positioned his platoon for attack. As his platoon advanced he started to remove the wounded. He then moved from position to position and organized a withdrawal despite the intense enemy fire. During this firefight, he was continuously exposed while he pulled four wounded soldiers to safety and killed two snipers that were trying to prevent the evacuation.

Bronze Star w/Valor for heroism during an intense enemy attack. In support of the lead platoon, which had come under intense small arms fire and grenade attacks, Lt. Drupa flanked the lead platoon and continue the attack. This allowed for the evacuation of wounded soldiers from the lead platoon.

 

Glenn Dennis
Class of 1966
Headquarters, 3rd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, USARV

Bronze Star w/Valor for heroism while serving as the liaison to the Chon Than District headquarters. When the headquarters came under attack by a North Vietnamese Army unit of unknown size, Captain Dennis responded by evading constant mortar and small arms fire in order to reach the unprotected communications center. While rocket-propelled grenades exploded around him, Captain Dennis coordinated supporting fires from other units in the area.

William J. Ahlum
Class of 1966
184th Ordnance Battalion, 1st Logistics Command, USARV

Bronze Star for heroism during an enemy rocket and mortar attack of an ammunition dump, Ahlum repeatedly risked his own life evacuating his men from the area.

Roy E. Sheffler
Class of 1965
7th Battalion 13th Artillery, 41st Artillery Group, I Field Force, USARV

Silver Star for heroism while serving as a forward artillery observer. While directing artillery fire on a North Vietnamese regiment that had attacked A Company of the 50th Infantry, the Company Commander was mortally wounded. 1st Lieutenant Sheffler immediately assumed command and reorganized the company’s defenses as the enemy attacked. Although wounded by enemy rocket fire, he aided wounded soldiers, directed air strikes and artillery fire against the advancing enemy. When Company C arrived to relieve Company A, Sheffler, despite his wounds, stayed and continued to direct air strikes and artillery fire.