Staff Sergeant Franklyn N. Mills

Staff Sergeant Franklyn N Mills distinguished himself by heroism involving  voluntary risk of life at DaNang Air Base, Republic of Viet Nam on 16 March 1970.  On that date Sergeant Mills assisted in rescue and firefighting  operations when a United States Navy EC-121 aircraft crashed on the flight  line of DaNang Air Base. Despite the hazard of exploding ordnance and fuel  cells and the fact the he was personally injured he unhesitatingly entered  the aircraft and persevered in his humanitarian efforts until all victims were removed to a place of safety. By his courageous action and humanitarian  regard for his fellow man, Staff Sergeant Mills has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.