In addition to delivering supplies, Freeman conducted 14 separate rescue missions when medical evacuation helicopters refused to enter the heavily contested area.
As Baker advanced to attack two additional enemy bunkers, he and another soldier faced intense fire, and an enemy grenade knocked Baker off his feet.
Within minutes of landing, while assaulting a heavily defended North Korean bunker, Lt. Lopez demonstrated exceptional bravery.
On his initial mission, the helicopter he was aboard collided with another, killing everyone onboard except Bacon and one other soldier.
Fully aware of the numerous antiaircraft weapons surrounding the base and the clear weather providing the enemy a clear view of all approaches, he courageously proceeded with the mission.
The explosion ignited supplies and ammunition inside the helicopter, causing detonations and filling the aircraft with dense white smoke.
