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 (Medical Service Corps) Paul A. Bloomquist, United States Army, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in the Republic of Vietnam on 21 June 1964. As an Aircraft Commander of a helicopter ambulance, Captain Lindquist displayed perseverance, fortitude, and professional skill while participating in an aerial medical mission to effectuate several wounded Vietnamese troops from the scene of a vicious battle with the Viet Cong. Although his helicopter was struck by enemy gunfire which wounded him, he ignored his own injury and succeeded in landing the helicopter ambulance in the middle of the battlefield. Despite exposure to multiple weapons fire, he bravely remained in this position to assist in the treatment and loading of the wounded. For thirteen hours and into the darkness of night, he repeatedly landed the helicopter in the combat zone to rescue the wounded, administrator treatment, and evacuate the casualties. Throughout the hazardous situation he demonstrated sound judgment, indomitable courage, and dedicated devotion to duty. Captain Bloomquist’s heroic conduct and outstanding ability are in the highest traditions of the United States Army and reflect distinct credit upon himself and the military service.