Welcome to our website. Whether you are a DFC recipient or just browsing to learn more about our rich history, we hope you enjoy our site.

In October, 2008 our Society will celebrate its 14th anniversary at our national convention in Pensacola, FL. The Society has grown rapidly and now numbers over 5000 and we have 21 chapters spread across the country with more on the horizon.

At the national level, we provide the overall organizational umbrella for our membership and their chapters.

To this end we:

• Promote local and national monuments to honor recipients of the Distinguished Flying Cross (the Society has a unique plaque in front of the new Stephen F. Udvar-Hazy Center at Dulles Airport (see www.nasm.si.edu and click on "Wall of Honor") Members must put 'DFCSociety Member' on application to be added to our foil/plaque.
• Encourage local museums and other interest groups to record our rich history. Please note that our name is protected and we require the highest ethical and legal standards in regard to the collection of this history
• Produce 3 quality semi-annual newsletter for our members
• Sell memorabilia to our members
• Provide scholarships for descendants of members

At the local chapter level, there is active recruitment for new members and regularly scheduled social functions. Each chapter pursues our goals in their own unique way. They interact with their local communities and museums, establish memorials, talk with young people, start their own scholarship programs, sell memorabilia, and interact with other local veteran organizations. All of these efforts increase our recognition and promote patriotism within our great country.



Sincerely,

Michael E. O'Neil