Kenyon Elroy Bean

As PFC Bean's platoon advanced, it was fired upon by a Viet Cong force estimated at battalion size. The fire came from a system of strongly fortified bunkers, and was so intense that the platoon could not maneuver. The platoon leader moved forward and attempted to destroy the strongpoints which were holding the platoon in check. As he was returning to his position, he was struck by enemy sniper fire. PFC Bean observed this, and with complete disregard for his personal safety, ran through the hail of sniper fire to the side of the fallen platoon leader. He started to move the wounded man to a more protected position but, in his heroic attempt, was mortally wounded. PFC Bean's inspiring personal bravery and courageous self-sacrifice are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.