Considering the Constitution of the Republic of Vietnam, dated 1 April 1967;

Considering Decree #234/TT/SL, dated 25 May 1968, prescribing the composition of the Government;

Considering Edict #10-b, dated 15 August 1950, creating the MILITARY MERIT MEDAL;

Considering Decree #74-b/QT, dated 15 August 1950, prescribing the procedures for awarding the MILITARY MERIT MEDAL;

Following the recommendation of the Chief of the Joint General Staff, Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces;

ARTICLE I:  This formalizes the posthumous award of the MILITARY MERIT MEDAL to the U. S. Marine Corps personnel whose names appear below with the following meritorious citation:

"Servicemen of courage and rare self-sacrifice, they displayed at all times the most tactful cooperation while aiding the Armed Forces of the Republic of Vietnam to repel the Red wave undermining South Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

With a ready zeal and commendable response, they fought on to the end in every mission and set a brilliant example for their fellow soldiers.

They died in the performance of duty.  Behind them they leave the abiding grief of their former comrades-in-arms, Vietnamese as well as American."

Webmaster's note; A total of 71 names appeared on the list, only the names of Marines contained in the Warriors of Hill 881S Roster are shown.
 

THESE POSTHUMOUS AWARDS ARE TO INCLUDE THE GALLANTRY CROSS WITH PALM.

ARTICLE II:  The Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense and Veterans' Affairs are charged with the execution of this Decree.