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HONORED ON PANEL 1E, LINE 35 OF THE WALL
HOWARD RUDOLPH CODY
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HOWARD R CODY
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POSTED ON 11.24.2020
POSTED BY: A Grateful Vietnam Vet
Air Force Cross Award
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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Title 10, Section 8742, United States Code, takes pride in presenting the Air Force Cross (Posthumously) to Captain Howard Rudolph Cody, United States Air Force (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as an Advisor-Pilot of a B-26B aircraft in the 1st Air Commando Squadron, 34th Tactical Group, Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam, in action on 24 November 1963 in the Republic of Vietnam. On that date, Captain Cody voluntarily exposed himself and his aircraft during a low-level flight near hidden Viet Cong machine gun installations. This forced the Viet Cong to reveal their position which led to their destruction by cover aircraft. In this action, Captain Cody's aircraft was badly damaged by machine gun fire and he never gained control of his aircraft. Through his extraordinary heroism, superb airmanship, and aggressiveness in the face of hostile forces, Captain Cody reflected the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Title 10, Section 8742, United States Code, takes pride in presenting the Air Force Cross (Posthumously) to Captain Howard Rudolph Cody, United States Air Force (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as an Advisor-Pilot of a B-26B aircraft in the 1st Air Commando Squadron, 34th Tactical Group, Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam, in action on 24 November 1963 in the Republic of Vietnam. On that date, Captain Cody voluntarily exposed himself and his aircraft during a low-level flight near hidden Viet Cong machine gun installations. This forced the Viet Cong to reveal their position which led to their destruction by cover aircraft. In this action, Captain Cody's aircraft was badly damaged by machine gun fire and he never gained control of his aircraft. Through his extraordinary heroism, superb airmanship, and aggressiveness in the face of hostile forces, Captain Cody reflected the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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POSTED ON 9.28.2020
POSTED BY: Rhonda Cody
Daddy
When I see you, I’m sure I’ll forget all that is past and settle for a great big hug and a kiss. I’d love to hear you say that I’m your beautiful little girl forever. Hugs and kisses!
Rhonda Cody
POSTED ON 9.4.2019
POSTED BY: Jury Washington
Thank you for your valiant service.
We can never truly repay the debt we owe our fallen heroes.
POSTED ON 5.12.2019
POSTED BY: Dr Robert Metnick
Captain Cody American Hero
Dear Captain Cody,
I lived across the street from you when I was just a toddler. I remember my mother telling me never to ask any of the children in my neighborhood about their fathers as so many were in Vietnam. You were always an inspiration to me and part of the reason that I joined the military at a young age and served for 32 years. Your heroism still inspires me everyday. Even though you never knew me or just smiled at me while I played in my front yard, I thank you for having such a profound and positive effect on my life.
With deepest respect and admiration,
Robert Metnick, LTC, USA, (Ret)
I lived across the street from you when I was just a toddler. I remember my mother telling me never to ask any of the children in my neighborhood about their fathers as so many were in Vietnam. You were always an inspiration to me and part of the reason that I joined the military at a young age and served for 32 years. Your heroism still inspires me everyday. Even though you never knew me or just smiled at me while I played in my front yard, I thank you for having such a profound and positive effect on my life.
With deepest respect and admiration,
Robert Metnick, LTC, USA, (Ret)