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 Aviation Ordnance Second Class Shirley Turner for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Combat Aircrewman of a Patrol Bomber Plane in Patrol Bombing Squadron One Hundred Eight, in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Pacific War Area, from March 25 to July 30, 1945 Completing his twentieth combat mission during this period, Turner rendered valuable assistance to his Pilot, thereby contributing to the success of his plane in the infliction of extensive damage on the enemy. His actions and devotion to duty in the face of enemy opposition were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Services.