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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain William D. Sieg (AFSN: 0-78912), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in Southeast Asia on 6 May 1968. His professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    1st Air Commando Squadron

    Division:

    Nakhon Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    January 7, 1968
    Headquarters, 7th Air Force (PACAF), Special Order G-1552 (May 25, 1968)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain William David Sieg (AFSN: 0-78912), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as an A-1E Pilot with the 1st Air Commando Squadron, Nakhon Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in Southeast Asia on 7 January 1968. On that date, Captain Sieg was acting as escort for helicopters which came under intensive ground fire. Without regard for his own personal safety, Captain Sieg went to the aid of one of the damaged helicopters and destroyed several hostile automatic weapons positions. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Sieg has reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain William D. Sieg (AFSN: 0-78912), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in Southeast Asia. His professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.