AWARDED DFC: 1
CONFLICT/SPACE FLIGHT/EVENT:  -
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Citation:  1.) The Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while serving as pilot of a Flying Fortress on numerous bombardment missions in the air offensive over enemy occupied Continental Europe. Under the duress of heavy fighter attacks, antiaircraft fire, and often under adverse weather conditions, Lieutenant Schleihs, by his superior airmanship, contributed to the success of all of these operations. The untiring effort, skill and determination under stress of combat displayed by Lieutenant Schleihs are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Army Air Forces of the United States.