From Ron Yates
| Doc Robert Casey. He was killed on Operation Allenbrook, May 16, 1968. Doesn't look like a warrior does he? |
| THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY Washington The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the NAVY CROSS Posthumously to: HM3 ROBERT MICHAEL CASEY UNITED STATES NAVY For service set forth in the following CITATION For extroardinary heroism on May 16, 1968 while serving as a Corpsman with company "G," 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division in connection with operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. During Operation ALLENBROOK Company "G" was moving through a fortfied village in Quand Nam Province to engage an estimated 200 North Vietnamese Army Regulars. Suddenly the point elements came under heavy enemy fire, sustaining numerous casualities. Petty Officer Casey unhesitatingly moved forward under the intense hostile fire and administered medical aid to on of the wounded Marines. Although wounded himself, he disregarded his own injury as he proceeded to another casuality to administer medical treatment. Wounded again while assisting his comrade, Petty Officer Casey steadfastly continued his efforts and moved to the aid of still another casuality, receiving two additional wounds while treating the Marine. When other Marines moved forward to evacuate Petty Officer Casey, he adamently refused to leave the battle area, stating that he wanted to continue to treat the wounded. After being evacuated to the rear by his companions, he encouraged the casualities around him and provided instructions to others in applying battle dressings. Upon hearing a wounded Marine call for aid, Petty Officer Casey dauntlessly crawled to the man and, while treating his injuries, was mortally wounded. By his unflagging courage, selfless concern for the welfare of his comrades, and unfaltering devotion to duty, Petty Officer Casey upheld the highest traditions of the Navel Service. For the President Secretary of the Navy |
