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EDWARD ALAN BRUDNO
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E ALAN BRUDNO
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POSTED ON 10.18.2013
POSTED BY: A Vietnam Vet
Prisoner of War Medal
Prisoner of War Medal
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from October 18, 1965 until his release on June 3, 1973.
Action Date: October 18, 1965 - June 3, 1973
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from October 18, 1965 until his release on June 3, 1973.
Action Date: October 18, 1965 - June 3, 1973
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
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POSTED BY: A Vietnam Vet
Distinguished Flying Cross
Distinguished Flying Cross
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 First Lieutenant Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-4C Pilot over North Vietnam, on 23 September 1965. On that date, Lieutenant Brudno's flight was preparing to make an attack on the Tai Xouan Ammunition Depot when surface-to-air missiles were launched against the flight. Taking evasive action and with complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant Brudno broke towards the ammunition depot and flew through an intense barrage of anti-aircraft fire in order to deliver his bombs on target. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Brudno reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: September 23, 1965
Service: Air Force
Rank: First Lieutenant
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 First Lieutenant Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-4C Pilot over North Vietnam, on 23 September 1965. On that date, Lieutenant Brudno's flight was preparing to make an attack on the Tai Xouan Ammunition Depot when surface-to-air missiles were launched against the flight. Taking evasive action and with complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant Brudno broke towards the ammunition depot and flew through an intense barrage of anti-aircraft fire in order to deliver his bombs on target. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Brudno reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: September 23, 1965
Service: Air Force
Rank: First Lieutenant
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POSTED BY: A Vietnam Vet
Legion of Merit
Legion of Merit
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pride in presenting the Legion of Merit (Posthumously) to Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from October 1965 to October 1968. His ceaseless efforts, by a continuous showing of resistance to an enemy who ignored all international agreements on treatment of Prisoners of War, in the extremely adverse conditions of the communist prisons of North Vietnam, demonstrated his professional competence, unwavering devotion, and loyalty to his country. Despite the harsh treatment through his long years of incarceration, he continued to perform his duties in a clearly exceptional manner which reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: October 1965 - October 1968
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pride in presenting the Legion of Merit (Posthumously) to Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from October 1965 to October 1968. His ceaseless efforts, by a continuous showing of resistance to an enemy who ignored all international agreements on treatment of Prisoners of War, in the extremely adverse conditions of the communist prisons of North Vietnam, demonstrated his professional competence, unwavering devotion, and loyalty to his country. Despite the harsh treatment through his long years of incarceration, he continued to perform his duties in a clearly exceptional manner which reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: October 1965 - October 1968
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
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POSTED BY: A Vietnam Vet
Silver Star Citation (2nd Award)
Silver Star
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force in August 1968, while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam. Ignoring international agreements on treatment of prisoners of war, the enemy resorted to mental and physical cruelties to obtain information, confessions and propaganda materials. Captain Brudno resisted their demands by calling upon his deepest inner strengths in a manner which reflected his devotion to duty and great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: Aug-68
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force in August 1968, while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam. Ignoring international agreements on treatment of prisoners of war, the enemy resorted to mental and physical cruelties to obtain information, confessions and propaganda materials. Captain Brudno resisted their demands by calling upon his deepest inner strengths in a manner which reflected his devotion to duty and great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: Aug-68
Service: Air Force
Rank: Captain
Division: Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)
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POSTED BY: A Vietnam Vet
Silver Star Citation
Silver Star
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 First Lieutenant Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as Pilot of an F-4C Fighter Bomber of the 68th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 6234th Tactical Fighter Wing, 13th Air Force, in action over Southeast Asia on 18 October 1965. On that date, First Lieutenant Brudno was assigned the mission of destroying an important highway bridge complex located deep in hostile territory. The objective was known to be heavily defended and the weather conditions in the area were minimal. By the time Lieutenant Brudno had arrived over the target, the opposing forces had been alerted and were directing murderous fire at his aircraft. Although his aircraft sustained a direct hit, Lieutenant Brudno continued to press the attack until battle damage rendered his aircraft completely uncontrollable. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Brudno has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: 18-Oct-65
Service: Air Force
Rank: First Lieutenant
Company: 68th Tactical Fighter Squadron
Regiment: 6234th Tactical Fighter Wing
Division: 13th Air Force
Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
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 First Lieutenant Edward Alan Brudno (AFSN: 0-78285), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as Pilot of an F-4C Fighter Bomber of the 68th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 6234th Tactical Fighter Wing, 13th Air Force, in action over Southeast Asia on 18 October 1965. On that date, First Lieutenant Brudno was assigned the mission of destroying an important highway bridge complex located deep in hostile territory. The objective was known to be heavily defended and the weather conditions in the area were minimal. By the time Lieutenant Brudno had arrived over the target, the opposing forces had been alerted and were directing murderous fire at his aircraft. Although his aircraft sustained a direct hit, Lieutenant Brudno continued to press the attack until battle damage rendered his aircraft completely uncontrollable. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Brudno has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Action Date: 18-Oct-65
Service: Air Force
Rank: First Lieutenant
Company: 68th Tactical Fighter Squadron
Regiment: 6234th Tactical Fighter Wing
Division: 13th Air Force
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