Joe Galloway was awarded the Bronze Star,in 1998, the only one ever given to a civilian for his actions in the Ia Drang battle. I haven't read the exact wording of the citation, but it was reported to be for repeatedly risking his life to rescue wounded men under fire.
I've read the book he co-authored with Col. Moore about the battle " We were Soldiers Once, and Young " I don't remember him mentioning having fired any weapons during the battle.