AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  WWII
MODEL:  -

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Elton J. Giusti for extraordinary achievement while participating in a strafing mission on 21 February 1943. Captain Giusti led a flight of three planes on a ground strafing mission against enemy emplacements and equipment. Although his plane was badly damaged, and he suffered severe injuries, he kept his flight intact and carried out his mission. All planes returned to their base. The courage and skill displayed by Captain Giusti reflect great credit upon himself and the military service of the United States.