Rodney S. Griffith

Captain Rodney S. Griffith distinguished himself by gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force at Quan Tri City, Republic of Vietnam, on 1 May 1972. On that date, while serving as Aircraft Commander of an HH-53 helicopter, Captain Griffith participated in an emergency evacuation mission. Through his efforts one hundred twenty-nine American and Vietnamese Army personnel were rescued from the surrounded and besieged Citadel at Quang Tri. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Griffith has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.