I'd have to respectfully disagree with T.S. :
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If I recall correctly it also had to do with them being non-combatants
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In the early 60s and I believe throught the major part of the war in Viet Nam quite a few M-60 gunners and Mortar Crew Members carried the rank of Specialist. (Also called SpeeD 4 - Soft 5 etc) Also, if you check the CMH awardees for the Viet Nam War, you'll find quite a few Specialists were awarded that medal.
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