Patrick Henry Brady

Patrick Henry Brady
Era Vietnam War
Branch U.S. Army
Rank Major General
Military Decorations Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service
Bronze Star
Distinguished Flying Cross
Distinguished Service Cross
Medal of Honor
Purple Heart
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Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross

Throughout the day (January 6, 1968), Major Brady utilized three UH-1H helicopters sustaining over 400 hits by enemy fire and mines to evacuate over 60 seriously wounded men, many of whom would have perished without prompt medical treatment. While in Vietnam he flew over 2500 combat missions and evacuated over 5000 friendly and enemy wounded. Additional awards include two Distinguished Service Medals, the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, six Distinguished Flying Crosses, two Bronze Stars - one for valor, the Purple Heart and 53 Air Medals - one for valor. He has also been awarded the Distinguished Service Medal of the American Legion, its highest award.

54th Medical Detachment

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