AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  WWII
MODEL:  B-24

Citation:  1.) The Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while serving as Tail Gunner of B-24 airplane on many bombardment missions over enemy occupied Continental Europe. Displaying great courage and skill, Staff Sergeant Robert, fighting from his gun position, has warded off many enemy attacks and has materially aided in the successful completion of each of these missions. The courage, coolness and exceptional skill displayed by Staff Sergeant Robert, on all these occassions, reflects the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.