Other Awards
In addition to his National Order of Vietnam, Silver Star, and Legion of Merit, General Viên was awarded eight other medals from the governments of the Philippines, the Republic of China, South Korea, and Thailand. He also received the following honors from the Republic of Vietnam as of 1967:
- Army Distinguished Service Order, 1st class
- Air Force Order, 1st class
- Navy Distinguished Service Order, 1st class
- Gallantry Crosses (12 Citations: eight with Palm, two with Silver Star, two with Brass Star)
- Air Gallantry Medal (Golden Wing)
- Hazardous Service Medal
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