AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
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Citation:  1.) The Distinguished Flying Cross while a pilot of a carrier based plane during the period of 16 February 1945 and 25 May 1945. He participated in twenty strikes against enemy shipping, airfields and installations, inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He received his award for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of the Japanese Empire and adjacent island chains.