The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Boatswain’s Mate Third Class Donnie Joe Bramlett, United States Navy, for heroism while serving at U.S. Naval Station, Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines on board KALISPELL (YTB-784) on 5 January 1978. Upon hearing the order to cut the stern tow line on YTB-784 after YTM-521 had become fouled on YTB-784’s tow line and both yard tugs were in danger of being carried into the side of U.S.S. KITTY HAWK (CV-63) and capsizing, Petty Officer Bramlett, with complete disregard for his personal safety and fully aware of the dangers involved, proceeded to the fantail where he ordered all the men on the craft to take cover inside. He then took a fire ax and cut the tow line which was then under heavy strain. His quick thinking prevented the potential capsizing of the tug and possible injury of other members of the crew. Petty Officer Bramlett’s courageous and prompt actions in the face of great personal risk reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.