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Original 1969 Department of the Army citation "By Direction of the President" awarding the Bronze Star Medal to Captain David R. Coffin, service number 05244956, Armor Branch, United States Army. The citation states he distinguished himself by outstandingly meritorious service in connection with military operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam during the period December 1968 to June 1969, praising his exemplary professionalism, rapid assessment of combat problems, sound judgment, and devotion to duty. This is a single page from a larger general orders document — a page number "3" is handwritten at the top and a paper clip mark/impression is visible, with faint typewritten text from an adjoining page showing through the paper. Other officers' names and unit citations appear faintly on the reverse/underlying page but are not the subject of this listing. • Condition: G — toning/age discoloration, paper clip staining, show-through text from facing page • Year: 1969 • Branch: US Army, Armor • Conflict: Vietnam War • Dimensions: Approx. 7.8 x 10.6 inches • Material: Paper This historical document will be securely packaged and shipped fast to ensure its preservation. Keywords: militaria, war ephemera, army certificate, bronze star medal, combat award, historical records, military collectibles, 1960s, nam era, primary source Check out all of our similar items!