(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Patrick K. Gamble, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Forward Air Controller in an O-1 Bird Dog, in the Republic of Vietnam, from 1969 to 1970. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.