One (1) of the true, vastly under recognized, heroes of the battles @ LZ Margo. Then an HM3, 'Doc' Lancaster was recommended for an award of the Silver Star Medal. That award recommendation was downgraded to a Bronze Star Medal with Combat Distinguishing 'V' Device by the battalion, then further downgraded to a Navy Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing 'V' Device as it went further up the chain-of-command. 'Doc' was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing 'V' Device. He will always be Medal of Honor stature in my eyes. May you rest in peace 'Doc'--a Marine's Marine.
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