General Order 5083, 25 April, 1969
Award Of The Army Commendation Medal For Heroism
TC 320. The Following Award Is Announced
Scutt, Lawrence, D. RA 12673873 Specialist Four, United States Army
Company B, 2d Battalion (Airmobile) 12th Calvary
Awarded: Army Commendation Medal With "V" Device
Date Action: 27 November 1968
Theatre: Republic Of Vietnam
Reason: For heroism in connection with military operations against a hostile force in the Republic Of Vietnam. Specialist Four Scutt distinguished himself by heroism in action on 27 November, 1968, while serving as a rifleman with Company B, 2d Battalion, (Airmobile) 12th Cavalry during a search and clear mission near Loc Hoa, Republic Of Vietnam. When his unit became heavily engaged with a large enemy force, Specialist Scutt exposed himself to the intense hostile fire as he led the initial assault against the enemy fortifications. On several occasions, Specialist Scutt entered enemy bunkers seeking possible prisoners and equipment. His display of personal bravery and devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Authority: By direction of the Secretary Of The Army, under the provisions of Army Regulation 672-5-1
Scutt, Lawrence, D. STAFF SERGEANT, United States Army, Company D, 2d Battalion, (Airmobile) 12th Cavalry
Awarded: Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device
Dates Of Action: August 1969 To April 1970
Theater: Republic Of Vietnam
Authority: By direction of the Secretary of the Army, under the provisions of
Army Regulation 672-5-1
Reason: Staff Sergeant Scutt distinguished himself by heroism in sustained combat operations against a hostile enemy force in the Republic Of Vietnam from August 1969 to April 1970. He pursued the enemy with aggressive military tactics, neutralizing and defeating him whenever contact could be made. His heroic and valiant actions were often characterized by unselfishly exposing himself to hostile fire under the adverse conditions inherent in a combat environment. He has contributed materially to the successful accomplishment of the United States mission in the Republic Of Vietnam. His display of personal bravery and devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit to himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
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David J. Hubbard With Larry (Buzzy) Scutt.
Buzzy Scutt is a close friend of my younger brothers, He lived on the school bus line over Bull Hill Road
and went to Gilboa School...this is the first of three awards I will blog about...
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