Sgt John Bernard Proffit, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina.
Sergeant John Bernard Proffit was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SGT Proffit served our country until August 3rd, 1970 in Quang Nagai, South Vietnam. He was 20 years old and was not married. It was reported that John died from small arms fire or grenade. His body was recovered. John was born on September 3rd, 1949 in Boone, North Carolina. SGT Proffit is on panel 08W, line 080 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
Army Medic. I was the Medic that worked on you. I'm sorry I could not save your life. I live with that every day. I visit the Wall whenever I can. I have been to see your Mother. She is a very nice woman. She told me where you are buried. I went to see you to say I'm sorry. Of course you know that. I will NEVER forget you. DOC. Eric Naegely, Batavia, NY 14020, [email protected].
No one has written anything to you on this page, and I just thought I would so you know you are remembered. I think it was so courageous of you to fight in the Vietnam War. I think it is such a shame that your life had to be cut short, but as it is nearing Memorial Day I think it would be nice for you to know that someone in this country really and truly appreciates the brave thing that you did! Jill Proffit.
Citation: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Bernard Proffit Specialist Fourth Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. Specialist Four Proffit distinguished himself while serving as machine gunner during combat operations northwest of An Khe. As Specialist Proffit's platoon was preparing to depart their night defensive position on the morning of 3 August 1970, they were suddenly attacked by an element of enemy soldiers firing small arms, rockets, and hand grenades. Although wounded in the initial attack, Specialist Proffit secured his machine gun and ran to a forward position to obtain a clear field of fire. Standing alone in an exposed position, he directed a continuous stream of fire at the enemy soldiers, ultimately forcing them to withdraw. Throughout the engagement, Specialist Proffit remained in his exposed position repulsing the enemy attack until he collapsed over his weapon. Specialist Four Proffit's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. Headquarters, US Army, Vietnam, General Orders No. 4854 (October 16, 1970) Home Town: Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina
He is the Son of Mr James Cicero Proffit and Mrs Beulah Edna Davis.
He served with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, "Golden Dragons", 4th Infantry Division, USARV.
He was awarded The Distinguished Service Cross(DSC), The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The Army Commendation Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, The National Defense Service Medal.
Sergeant John Bernard Proffit was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SGT Proffit served our country until August 3rd, 1970 in Quang Nagai, South Vietnam. He was 20 years old and was not married. It was reported that John died from small arms fire or grenade. His body was recovered. John was born on September 3rd, 1949 in Boone, North Carolina. SGT Proffit is on panel 08W, line 080 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
Army Medic. I was the Medic that worked on you. I'm sorry I could not save your life. I live with that every day. I visit the Wall whenever I can. I have been to see your Mother. She is a very nice woman. She told me where you are buried. I went to see you to say I'm sorry. Of course you know that. I will NEVER forget you. DOC. Eric Naegely, Batavia, NY 14020, [email protected].
No one has written anything to you on this page, and I just thought I would so you know you are remembered. I think it was so courageous of you to fight in the Vietnam War. I think it is such a shame that your life had to be cut short, but as it is nearing Memorial Day I think it would be nice for you to know that someone in this country really and truly appreciates the brave thing that you did! Jill Proffit.
Citation: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Bernard Proffit Specialist Fourth Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. Specialist Four Proffit distinguished himself while serving as machine gunner during combat operations northwest of An Khe. As Specialist Proffit's platoon was preparing to depart their night defensive position on the morning of 3 August 1970, they were suddenly attacked by an element of enemy soldiers firing small arms, rockets, and hand grenades. Although wounded in the initial attack, Specialist Proffit secured his machine gun and ran to a forward position to obtain a clear field of fire. Standing alone in an exposed position, he directed a continuous stream of fire at the enemy soldiers, ultimately forcing them to withdraw. Throughout the engagement, Specialist Proffit remained in his exposed position repulsing the enemy attack until he collapsed over his weapon. Specialist Four Proffit's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. Headquarters, US Army, Vietnam, General Orders No. 4854 (October 16, 1970) Home Town: Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina
He is the Son of Mr James Cicero Proffit and Mrs Beulah Edna Davis.
He served with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, "Golden Dragons", 4th Infantry Division, USARV.
He was awarded The Distinguished Service Cross(DSC), The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The Army Commendation Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, The National Defense Service Medal.
Sgt John Bernard Proffit, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina.
Sergeant John Bernard Proffit was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SGT Proffit served our country until August 3rd, 1970 in Quang Nagai, South Vietnam. He was 20 years old and was not married. It was reported that John died from small arms fire or grenade. His body was recovered. John was born on September 3rd, 1949 in Boone, North Carolina. SGT Proffit is on panel 08W, line 080 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
Army Medic. I was the Medic that worked on you. I'm sorry I could not save your life. I live with that every day. I visit the Wall whenever I can. I have been to see your Mother. She is a very nice woman. She told me where you are buried. I went to see you to say I'm sorry. Of course you know that. I will NEVER forget you. DOC. Eric Naegely, Batavia, NY 14020, [email protected].
No one has written anything to you on this page, and I just thought I would so you know you are remembered. I think it was so courageous of you to fight in the Vietnam War. I think it is such a shame that your life had to be cut short, but as it is nearing Memorial Day I think it would be nice for you to know that someone in this country really and truly appreciates the brave thing that you did! Jill Proffit.
Citation: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Bernard Proffit Specialist Fourth Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. Specialist Four Proffit distinguished himself while serving as machine gunner during combat operations northwest of An Khe. As Specialist Proffit's platoon was preparing to depart their night defensive position on the morning of 3 August 1970, they were suddenly attacked by an element of enemy soldiers firing small arms, rockets, and hand grenades. Although wounded in the initial attack, Specialist Proffit secured his machine gun and ran to a forward position to obtain a clear field of fire. Standing alone in an exposed position, he directed a continuous stream of fire at the enemy soldiers, ultimately forcing them to withdraw. Throughout the engagement, Specialist Proffit remained in his exposed position repulsing the enemy attack until he collapsed over his weapon. Specialist Four Proffit's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. Headquarters, US Army, Vietnam, General Orders No. 4854 (October 16, 1970) Home Town: Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina
He is the Son of Mr James Cicero Proffit and Mrs Beulah Edna Davis.
He served with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, "Golden Dragons", 4th Infantry Division, USARV.
He was awarded The Distinguished Service Cross(DSC), The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The Army Commendation Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, The National Defense Service Medal.
Sergeant John Bernard Proffit was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SGT Proffit served our country until August 3rd, 1970 in Quang Nagai, South Vietnam. He was 20 years old and was not married. It was reported that John died from small arms fire or grenade. His body was recovered. John was born on September 3rd, 1949 in Boone, North Carolina. SGT Proffit is on panel 08W, line 080 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
Army Medic. I was the Medic that worked on you. I'm sorry I could not save your life. I live with that every day. I visit the Wall whenever I can. I have been to see your Mother. She is a very nice woman. She told me where you are buried. I went to see you to say I'm sorry. Of course you know that. I will NEVER forget you. DOC. Eric Naegely, Batavia, NY 14020, [email protected].
No one has written anything to you on this page, and I just thought I would so you know you are remembered. I think it was so courageous of you to fight in the Vietnam War. I think it is such a shame that your life had to be cut short, but as it is nearing Memorial Day I think it would be nice for you to know that someone in this country really and truly appreciates the brave thing that you did! Jill Proffit.
Citation: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Bernard Proffit Specialist Fourth Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. Specialist Four Proffit distinguished himself while serving as machine gunner during combat operations northwest of An Khe. As Specialist Proffit's platoon was preparing to depart their night defensive position on the morning of 3 August 1970, they were suddenly attacked by an element of enemy soldiers firing small arms, rockets, and hand grenades. Although wounded in the initial attack, Specialist Proffit secured his machine gun and ran to a forward position to obtain a clear field of fire. Standing alone in an exposed position, he directed a continuous stream of fire at the enemy soldiers, ultimately forcing them to withdraw. Throughout the engagement, Specialist Proffit remained in his exposed position repulsing the enemy attack until he collapsed over his weapon. Specialist Four Proffit's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army. Headquarters, US Army, Vietnam, General Orders No. 4854 (October 16, 1970) Home Town: Todd, Ashe County, North Carolina
He is the Son of Mr James Cicero Proffit and Mrs Beulah Edna Davis.
He served with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, "Golden Dragons", 4th Infantry Division, USARV.
He was awarded The Distinguished Service Cross(DSC), The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The Army Commendation Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, The National Defense Service Medal.
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