BARGALA, SONNY D PRIVATE FIRST CLASS

United States Army

 

Company C, 229^th Aviation (Assault Helicopter) (Airmobile)

 

Awarded:  Distinguished Flying Cross

Date of Action:  27 June 1970

Theater:  Republic of Vietnam

Authority: By direction of the President, under the provisions of the Act of Congress, approved 2 July 1926

Reason:    For heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam.  Private First Class Bargala distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous action on 27 June 1970 in the Republic of Vietnam.  When the base came under ground attack, the aircraft in which Private First Class Bargala served, arrived in the area and placed suppressive fire on the aggressors.  His outstanding ability and devotion to duty in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

 

FOR THE COMMANDER:

 

E.C. Meyer

Colonel, GS

Chief of Staff