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| Specialist Four Teddy W. Keller |
Class
of 2006
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United States Army
Bronze Star with "V" Device |
Citation
For heroism not involving participation in aerial flight,
in connection with military operations against a hostile force
in the Republic of Vietnam: On 20 October 1969, Specialist
Keller was serving with his unit at a night ambush
position north of Fire Support Base Oklahoma. When it was
learned that the battalion commander’s helicopter had
been shot down and the crew was engaged with an enemy force
and needed reinforcement, Specialist Keller joined the rescue
unit. Nearing the contact site, Specialist Keller disregarded
his personal safety as he ran through the hostile fire to
reach the stranded crew. Reaching the downed crew, Specialist
Keller aided in establishing a defensive perimeter and placed
devastating suppressive fire upon the insurgents to gain fire
superiority and force the aggressors to flee. His courageous
initiative and exemplary professionalism significantly contributed
to the success of the rescue mission. Specialist Four Keller’s
outstanding display of aggressiveness, devotion to duty, and
personal bravery is in keeping with the finest traditions
of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself,
the 1st Infantry Division and the United States Army.
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