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 First Lieutenant Larry D. Wright, United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving as Chief of Aircrew Standardization, Flying C-7A aircraft out of Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy at Bu Prang Special Forces Camp, Republic of Vietnam, on 30 October 1969. On that date, Captain Wright and his crew were recalled to fly a tactical re-supply mission in aid of one of the fire support bases about to be overrun. Captain Wright commanded one of three aircraft called for the essential mission. With great skill and determination, he continued the flight while the other two aircraft which left only minutes later turned back due to darkness and thunderstorms. Without forward air controllers of fighter escort, Captain Wright made a successful landing through extreme crosswinds and heavy hostile fire. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Wright has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.