The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Andre LeCault (ASN: 0-5425520), United States Army, for heroism in connection with ground operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant LeCault distinguished himself by valorous actions on 18 February 1968 as fire direction officer of a howitzer battery in support of an allied task force near the village of Trang Bom. His unit’s position was attacked by an estimated battalion size force of Viet Cong firing mortars, rocket propelled grenades, and small arms. One of the initial rounds truck the battery executive officer’s post, and Lieutenant LeCault moved across open ground to check the condition of its occupants. He then ran through exploding incoming mortar rounds and rockets to help repulse an assault on the unit’s defensive perimeter. The enemy had broken through the protective outer wire and was moving toward the battery’s personnel bunkers. Lieutenant LeCault moved from position to position, directing the defender’s fire at the enemy and aiding the wounded. When a communications truck was struck by an insurgent grenade and began burning, he ran to the vehicle and helped remove its valuable equipment. He then returned to the defenders. When they could not engage the closing attackers with small arms fire due to cover provided by a dike, he fought them with hand grenades. His courage and outstanding leadership contributed immeasurably to the successful defense of his unit’s position. First Lieutenant LeCault’s personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.