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 Sergeant Charles Damian McGrath, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Pararescue Recovery Specialist, 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron at Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Air Base, Thailand, on 24 June 1972. On that date, Sergeant McGrath’s job, knowledge, outstanding airmanship, and continuous professionalism, displayed under the constant threat of hostile fire and adverse weather conditions, immeasurably aided the 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron in recovery of a downed American aircrew member. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant McGrath reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” to Airman First Class Charles Damian McGrath, United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a Pararescue and Recovery Specialist on 21 July 1971. On that date, Airman McGrath was a crewmember on an aircraft that was shot down deep within hostile territory. With complete disregard for his own safety, Airman McGrath, despite being exposed to hostile gunfire, performed vital medical aid to an injured crewmember. By his heroic actions and unselfish dedication to duty, Airman McGrath has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.