Captain Michael H. Labeau (AFSN: FR-3212763), United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from December 26, 1972 until his release on March 29, 1973.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Bronze Star Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
716th Bombardment SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Michael H. Labeau (AFSN: FR-3212763), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a B-52 Stratofortress Navigator Bombardier and Radar Navigator with the 716th Bombardment Squadron, in action over Southeast Asia in 1972. His professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Colonel Michael H. Labeau (AFSN: FR-3212763), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Labeau culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Bronze Star Medal
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainDivision:
Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)Action Date:
December 26, 1972 – March 29, 1973
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Captain Michael H. Labeau (AFSN: FR-3212763), United States Air Force, for heroic achievement while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from 26 December 1972 to 29 March 1973. His ceaseless efforts to conduct himself strictly in accord with the Code of Conduct and policies of the prisoner organization in the difficult conditions of a communist prison clearly demonstrated his loyalty, love of country, and professionalism. By his unselfish dedication to duty, he reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.