AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  WWII
MODEL:  SBD-5

Citation:  1.) The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Hugh C. Harlan, United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight with Bombing Squadron 305 from 19 March to 2 April 1944. In the successful completion of these missions, Ensign Harlan contributed materially to the success of the United States efforts. By his undaunted courage, superb airmanship, and unyielding devotion to duty in the face off hazardous flying conditions, Ensign Harlan reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.