The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” (Posthumously) to Captain Vincent Anthony Scungio (AFSN: FR-71468), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-105 Electronics Warfare Officer near Hanoi, North Vietnam, on 21 August 1966. On that date, Captain Scungio performed duties in the lead ship of a flight that was to protect a large strike force from surface-to-air missile attacks. Captain Scungio, without regard for his personal safety, directed his pilot in an attack that damaged his aircraft and scattered the flight members. Captain Scungio continued in a professional manner to direct the attack which resulted in destruction of the missile site. This courageous and aggressive action greatly enhanced the safety and effectiveness of the main strike force. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Captain Scungio reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Bronze Star Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Silver Star
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States Air ForceRank:
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13th Tactical Fighter SquadronRegiment:
388th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
July 3, 1966
Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders No. 748 (September 20, 1966)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Vincent Anthony Scungio (AFSN: FR-71468), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a combat aircrew member in Southeast Asia on 3 July 1966. On that date, while under intense and accurate fire from unfriendly forces, Captain Scungio demonstrated cool courage, undaunted determination, and superior skill in pressing home devastating air attacks against hostile positions. Persevering in the face of danger and death, he relentlessly and effectively aided in neutralizing the hostile forces. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Captain Scungio reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Bronze Star Medal
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United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainAction Date:
May 31, 1966 – November 4, 1966
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pride in presenting the Bronze Star Medal (Posthumously) to Captain Vincent Anthony Scungio (AFSN: FR-71468), United States Air Force, for meritorious service as Briefing and Training Officer, Detachment 1, 388th Tactical Fighter Wing, Southeast Asia, from 31 May 1966 to 4 November 1966. During this period, while exposed to danger from hostile forces, Captain Scungio consistently demonstrated professional ability, sound judgment, and great enthusiasm in overcoming the many involved problems associated with his duties. His superb performance and signal contributions assisted materially in the success of the United States’ effort in Southeast Asia. The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Scungio in this responsible position reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
13th Tactical Fighter SquadronRegiment:
388th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
August 8, 1966
Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders No. 957 (November 3, 1966)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Captain Vincent Anthony Scungio (AFSN: FR-71468), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an Electronics Warfare Officer near Kep, North Vietnam, on 8 August 1966. On that date, while performing duties in a specially equipped F-105, Captain Scungio directed his pilot in an attack which resulted in the destruction of a hostile surface-to-air missile installation. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Scungio reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
13th Tactical Fighter SquadronRegiment:
388th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
November 4, 1966
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 8, 1918 (amended by act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Vincent Anthony Scungio (AFSN: FR-71468), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving with the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 388th Tactical Fighter Wing, in action near Kep, North Vietnam, on 4 November 1966. On that date, Captain Scungio used his special skills as an F-105 Electronics Warfare Officer to the best advantage, which resulted in an attack against a hostile SA-2 surface-to-air missile installation. Without regard for his own personal safety, and in the face of all known types of ground-to-air defenses, Captain Scungio continued to direct his pilot in the attack. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Scungio has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.