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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Infobox military person Gary George Wetzel (born September 29, 1947) is a former United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in the Vietnam War.

Military career

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Wetzel (pictured on the left) receiving the Medal of Honor from President Lyndon B. Johnson on November 19, 1968, along with four fellow recipients: Sammy L. Davis, Dwight H. Johnson, James Allen Taylor, and Angelo Liteky.

Wetzel joined the United States Army from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at age 18 in 1965. By January 8, 1968, he was a private first class serving as a door gunner in the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company. On that day, near Ap Dong An, Republic of Vietnam, his helicopter was shot down and the survivors, including Wetzel, came under heavy enemy fire. Severely wounded by an explosion that nearly severed his left arm, he continued to man his machine gun and help other injured soldiers. Wetzel survived his wounds, although his left arm had to be amputated. He was subsequently promoted to specialist four and awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions.[1]

Personal life

Wetzel lives in his hometown of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and works as a heavy equipment operator.[2]

Medal of Honor citation

Wetzel's official Medal of Honor citation reads:

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Wetzel in 1984
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Wetzel (right) and fellow Medal of Honor recipient Patrick Brady (left) during a ceremony to name streets in their honor at Fort Rucker, Alabama, in 2007

See also

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References

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