GEORGE W. HUGHES, First Lieutenant Infantry USA Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for action on 5 May 1966 in the Republic of Vietnam. After his antitank platoon came under intense mortar and recoilless rifle fire, he constantly exposed himself while shouting encouragement and directing fire on the insurgent positions. When the unit was pinned down 300 meters short of the woodline, he led his platoon in three attempts to break through the hostile lines. Though wounded and suffering from a badly twisted ankle, he continued to exhibit leadership and personal courage throughout the three hour battle. His composure under fire saved his platoon and inflicted heavy casualties on a numerically superior hostile force.

Mr. Hughes rejoined the L.O.V. in 2003 and lives in Ohio. He is now a life member.