Vietnam Veteran  Decorations and Awards include: Bronze Star Medal, 2 Purple Hearts, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device, Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, National Defense Service Medal, Expert (M-16) Badge with Auto Rifle Bar, Sharpshooter (M-14 rifle) Badge with Rifle Bar