Clemuel Hudson Womack

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clemuel Hudson Womack of Camden served with the US Army in Vietnam. His awards include the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star Medal for exceptionally meritorious combat achievement, the Purple Heart, 25 Air Medals, and the Army Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters.

His aviation training began at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and continued at Fort Rucker, Alabama, now known as the home of Army aviation. Chief Womack's training started from the basics, covering the creation, maintenance, operations, and modifications of aircraft, leading to instructor training. He consistently held himself to the highest standards.

As his skills advanced, Chief Womack was transferred back to Fort Rucker. While serving in Vietnam, he recognized the need for more efficient and advanced gunships to support landing zones during troop deployments and recoveries. He was instrumental in developing and designing the "Old Ironsides" machine gun system for helicopters, providing the close air support necessary. This was followed by a rocket system, ensuring that the gunships were well-armed.

Chief Womack served three tours in Vietnam as a helicopter pilot and achieved pilot status in all US Army helicopters, ranging from models from 1955 to 1978. Additionally, he piloted all of the Army's fixed-wing aircraft. Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clemuel Hudson Womack exemplified excellence and dedication throughout his distinguished military career.

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