The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Airman First Class George Nickles, United States Air Force, for heroism while engaged in ground operations against an opposing armed force at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, on 6 May 1968. On this date, Airman First Class Nickles, while wounded, provided cover fire for the removal of more seriously wounded. He also assisted in a charge of the opposing force’s stronghold. The charge resulted in the retreat of the opposing force at a heavy loss. By his heroic action and unselfish devotion to duty, Airman First Class Nickles has reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.