Senior Airman William "Pete" Piazza

Senior Airman William "Pete" Piazza distinguished himself through extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War. Serving as a Pararescueman, he repeatedly risked his own life while conducting rescue operations in hostile territory. Despite intense enemy fire and hazardous conditions, Piazza remained committed to recovering and treating wounded personnel, placing the lives of others before his own. His courage, skill, and unwavering devotion to duty earned him the Silver Star and established a legacy of selfless service within the Air Force rescue community.