Citation to Accompany the Award of
 
The Distinguished Flying Cross To
 
William R. Bradfield
 
Captain William R. Bradfield distinguished himself by heroism while participating in aerial flight as a Forward Air Controller in Southeast Asia on 7 July 1968.  On that date, Captain Bradfield flew t the aid of a friendly company which was surrounded and pinned down by a large hostile force.  Captain Bradfield successfully directed tactical airpower against the aggressor, who constantly fired at his small aircraft.  Because of his superior airmanship, the friendly company was relieved of the hostile pressure and was able to gain the offensive.  The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Captain Bradfield reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force