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Awards Received

  • Airman’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    21st Tactical Air Support Squadron

    Action Date:

    March 2, 1968

    Headquarters 7th Air Force, Special Order G-3493 (November 15, 1968)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Airman’s Medal to Captain William Huss Bosley (AFSN: FV-3130708), United States Air Force, for heroism involving risk of life while serving with the 21st Tactical Air Support Squadron at Hue/Phu Bai Aerodrome, Republic of Vietnam, on 2 March 1968. On that date, Captain Bosley entered a burning aircraft to evacuate injured personnel prior to the arrival of fire fighting equipment. With complete disregard for his personal safety he remained in the burning aircraft despite the danger of exploding ammunition, burning fuel cells and leaking oxygen cylinders. Although the aircraft was almost completely enveloped in flames and in imminent danger of exploding he succeeded in removing a trapped and injured passenger. His quick action undoubtedly saved the life of this individual. By his courageous action and humanitarian regard for his fellow man, Captain Bosley has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.