Vietnam War veteran, Larry Liss '63, was awarded the Silver Star for Gallantry in Action for his heroic service. A captain in the U.S. Army, Liss was recognized for flying his rescue helicopter into combat six times to save his fellow soldiers; and leaving the cockpit twice with no body armor, engaging with the enemy soldiers using his personal weapons, and aiding the civilian irregular unit in getting to the helicopter for extraction – historically known as the Rescue at Cau Song Be. He received his wings as a helicopter pilot in 1966 and served as a combat pilot until 1968. He flew 650 combat missions. 

In addition to the Silver Star, Liss' awards include 25 Air Medals including one for valor, a bronze star, three Purple Hearts, the Valorous Unit Award for Extraordinary Heroism, the National Defense Service Medal, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnamese Campaign Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross for Valor. He was also awarded the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry for valor twice and received the Order of St. George Medallion. 

After completing his military service, Liss founded the Flightways Corporation, a regional air carrier. He later became president of the Diversified Environmental Corporation. Liss holds a degree in English literature from Pennsylvania Military College.

The photo was taken during Liss' Silver Star ceremony and includes Widener University President Stacey Robertson, Widener University Professor of Military Science LTC James R. Pasco, Larry Liss '63 and his brother and fellow PMC alumnus, Arthur "Art" Liss '67.