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| Major Richard J. Mottl |
Class
of 2005
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United States Army
Bronze Star with "V" Device |
Citation
For heroism in connection with military operations against
a hostile force: Major Mottl distinguished
himself by heroic action on 25 March through 6 April 1969
while serving as an advisor, Cam Vu Relocation Operation,
Quang Tri Province, Republic of Vietnam. On 25 March, a United
States Army ¾ ton vehicle traveling on Route 8B detonated
a mine. Major Mottl, with complete disregard for his personal
safety, immediately proceeded in his own vehicle over the
heavily mined road to the scene of the incident to render
aid. Upon his arrival he found the vehicle completely destroyed
and several injured Americans. Major Mottl administered immediate
aid and evacuated the men to a safe area where medical treatment
could be provided. On 27 and 28 March, Major Mottl courageously
led vehicles to recover the vehicle that was destroyed. On
each consecutive day vehicles hit mines causing damage and
injury. Major Mottl each time traveled the heavily mined road
to render aid and call for medical evacuation of the wounded
personnel. Major Mottl’s heroic actions were in keeping
with the highest traditions of the United States Army and
reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
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