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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign John Abbott (NSN: 0-505134), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in the Korean Theater during the period 4 July to 25 September 1950. As a pilot of a fighter plane, Ensign Abbott participated in thirty-five strike missions over enemy territory.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade John Abbott (NSN: 0-505134), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement and distinguished leadership while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a fighter aircraft attached to Fighter Squadron FIFTY-THREE (VF-53), based on board the U.S.S. Essex (CV-9), during attacks against enemy forces over hostile North Korean territory on 15 January 1952. As Division Leader of a flak-suppression element escorting attack bombers on a strike mission against an important and heavily defended rail and supply center near Yangdok, North Korea, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Abbott preceded the attack bombers into the target area and with utter disregard for his own personal safety and in the face of extremely intense and accurate anti-aircraft fire, led his team in repeated bombing and strafing attacks against these anti-aircraft gun positions which were concealed in treacherous mountain terrain. His aggressiveness, courageous leadership and outstanding airmanship enabled his division to suppress the flak so thoroughly that no damage was sustained by the attack bomber elements during their attacks. Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Abbott personally destroyed three heavy gun positions and silenced several others. His gallant and untiring devotion to duty was at all time in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 17443 - 24 December 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Robert J. Ables (MCSN: 0-39391), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 15 July 1952. Captain Ables, as leader of a four-plane flight of a Marine Fighter Squadron, was assigned a deep support mission against targets in the Pyongyang industrial complex. Instrument conditions prevailed at the time of take off, while at cruise altitude the underlying clouds completely obscured the objective area. Despite the difficulties in navigation thus imposed, Captain Ables skillfully directed his flight to the target and completed his let-down through the intervening clouds in the precise position to launch his attack. He immediately pressed his attack against the target in the face of heavy anti-aircraft and intense automatic weapons fire. Direct hits from his bombs caused a large secondary explosion and the complete destruction of an important factory. Captain Ables' outstanding ability and skillful leadership insured the success of a difficult mission. His courageous devotion to duty in the face of the enemy were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders Serial: 10755 – 14 August 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Edward L. Abner (MCSN: 0-25823), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while leading an aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a Marine Fighter Squadron in the vicinity of Imdang-ni, North Korea, on 30 October 1951. The close air support mission guided by Captain Abner's daring and skillful leadership accounted for the destruction of ten bunkers and one artillery piece. Despite the fact that his plane was hit by intense and accurate ground fire, he led his flight through repeated attacks on a group of bunkers on a commanding ridgeline overlooking allied ground elements. The flight neutralized the ridgeline and relieved the allied ground troops of their perilous situation. Captain Abner then led his flight through a strafing attack on a gun position behind the ridgeline and destroyed the enemy weapon with his remaining one thousand pound bomb. His actions throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial: 3709 25 April 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Charles W. Abrahams (MCSN: 0-38626), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a Pilot attached to a Marine Aircraft Group, from 23 September 1950 through 1 January 1951. First Lieutenant Abrahams successfully completed his first through thirty-fifth combat missions in support of our ground forces, destroying and inflicting great damage to concentrations of North Korean vehicles, material and personnel. By his airmanship and devotion to duty in the face of enemy anti-aircraft fire, he contributed materially to the success of our troops. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Arthur H. Ackerman (MCSN: 0-23257), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in support of the First Marine Division and the First Marine Aircraft Wing on 20 May 1951. The First Marine Division was withdrawing from the enemy during their "fifth phase" offensive in the Korean Conflict. In providing many close support missions upon the advancing enemy, the Forward Echelons of the FIRST Marine Aircraft Wing Fighter Squadrons in the Hoengsong area developed a critical shortage of bombs, napalm, napalm tanks, and ammunition. Captain Ackerman, while serving as a pilot with the Forward Echelon of a Marine Transport Squadron, flew the vitally needed supplies into a hastily improvised dirt strip located on a river bed. The enemy had infiltrated into the area to the north of the strip. Extreme caution had to be used in approaching the field in order to avoid small arms and mortar fire. The weather was such as to require an instrument let-down on an unreliable homer in dangerous mountain terrain. Despite these hazards Captain Ackerman made this flight in a R-5D aircraft that was overloaded by more than 4,000 pounds. The aircraft was unarmed and loaded in a manner that the crew could not have abandoned it prior to off-loading the cargo. The arrival of the critically needed bombs, napalm, napalm tanks and ammunition enabled the Marine Fighter Squadrons to continue their close support missions, thereby inflicting tremendous damage upon the enemy which greatly contributed to stopping its advance. In addition to the above action, Captain Ackerman participated in more than 300 other flights in heavily loaded aircraft. Many of these flights were carried out under unusually hazardous conditions, including extremely adverse weather with heavy icing and turbulence, inadequate aids to navigation including unreliable homer facilities, hazardous mountain terrain, dangerous runways of the advanced airstrips on many occasions covered with mud or ice and snow and over guerrilla infested territory where aircraft had been fired upon and hit. Many of these flights were made into airstrips tin extreme forward areas where no aids to navigation or crash facilities existed. Captain Ackerman's alertness, efficient actions and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 3709 – 25 April 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Jack H. Adam (MCSN: 0-36693), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flights over enemy territory from 1 October 1950 to 12 January 1951. Serving as a Pilot with the FIRST Marine Air Wing Photographic Unit, First Lieutenant Adam successfully completed flying more than one flight each day against the enemy over Korea where enemy anti-aircraft fire was either received or expected. His skilled airmanship and devotion to duty contributed materially to the success of our ground forces during this critical period. His actions throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Arthur H. Adams (MCSN: 0-6051), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea. On 22 December 1952, Lieutenant Colonel Adams led a flight of Marine jet fighter-bombers against heavily defended enemy front line forces engaged in combat with elements of the First Marine Division. As the flight approached the objective area, a low cloud formation so reduced visibility that positive target identification was extremely difficult. Because of the extreme proximity of the friendly forces and despite intense hostile automatic weapons fire, Lieutenant Colonel Adams made a low reconnaissance run beneath the overcast in order to locate the enemy trenches and mortar positions. When positive of his target, he initiated a daring assault in the face of concentrated defensive fire, scoring direct hits with all his bombs on an enemy personnel shelter and heavy mortar emplacement. His accurate marking of the obscure target enabled the remaining elements of his flight to execute a highly effective attack that completely destroyed the enemy positions. Lieutenant Colonel Adams' bombing accuracy and exemplary leadership were largely responsible for the success of a mission that substantially reduced hostile pressure on friendly troops.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Fourth Gold Star in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Arthur H. Adams (MCSN: 0-6051), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea from 10 January 1953 to 13 January 1953, during a series of massed aerial assaults on a heavily defended bridge complex in the vicinity of Sinanju. Confronted by intense defensive fire and under constant threat of attack by superior jet interceptors, Lieutenant Colonel Adams led his squadron in three separate aerial assaults on the target area. In the face of concentrated enemy fire, he initiated a dive bombing attack on a series of enemy gun emplacements, personally scoring direct bomb hits that silenced several of the hostile weapons, thus effectively suppressing the flak over the main target area. Leading his squadron on two successive missions in the same area, by his daring attacks he again neutralized the enemy anti-aircraft and automatic weapons defending the vital bridge complex. Lieutenant Colonel Adams by his aggressive leadership and exceptional bombing accuracy contributed materially to the successful disruption of the re-supply of the enemy front line troops and the destruction of vital transportation facilities and equipment.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade Richard C. Adams (NSN: 0-512903), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a jet fighter and strike leader while attached to Fighter Squadron One Hundred Twelve (VF-112), on board the U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CV-47), in attacks against enemy rail installations and trains west of Kowon, North Korea, on 26 May 1952. By skillfully pressing home repeated bombing attacks in the face of intense anti-aircraft fire, his flight destroyed twelve railroad cars loaded with ammunition and fuel oil and also damaged many other cars with their strafing runs. Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Adams personally scored four direct hits with the four 250 pound bombs which were loaded on his F9F-2, an extraordinary feat of accurate bombing. His fortitude and determination in the face of great personal hazard and his accurate bombing under trying conditions contributed to the successful accomplishment of an important mission and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 1714 (July 12, 1952)
General Orders: Board Serial 845 - 28 September 1956
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Stanley E. Adams (MCSN: 0-37088), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Pilot of a Plane in Marine Attack Squadron Two Hundred Twelve (VMA-212), during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 27 June 1952. Leading a flight of attack aircraft in a mission to attack a heavily defended enemy front line troop concentration, Captain Adams promptly located the enemy position without the aid of customary marking devices, initiated a bombing and strafing attack, accurately marking the target with his direct bomb hits. Despite intense enemy defensive anti-aircraft fire, which damaged his aircraft, Captain Adams led his flight in repeated attacks which accounted for the destruction of two bunkers, damage to three additional bunkers, damage to one artillery piece, destruction of one automatic weapon, and heavy damage to vital enemy supplies. By his courageous leadership, professional skill and unswerving devotion to duty, Captain Adams contributed materially to the infliction of heavy damage on the enemy and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 4195 – 5 April 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Raphael Ahern (MCSN: 0-14500), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 9 January 1952. Major Ahern, leader of the second division of an eight-plane flight of F-4U's was directed by an airborne controller to attack a group of four artillery positions near the town of Ando-ni. Despite intense and accurate enemy anti-aircraft and ground fire, Major Ahern maneuvered his division into position and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, led them on two expertly executed dive bombing runs. He was observed by the airborne controller to have scored a direct hit on his first run and was directly responsible for destroying an enemy artillery piece and damaging a third. Major Ahern's efficient action, courageous leadership and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commander 7th Fleet
General Orders: Serial 541 – 6 March 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Emmett R. Aillaud, Jr., United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement and unswerving devotion to duty while participating in aerial flight while serving as Pilot of an attack bomber in Fighter Squadron Fifty-four (VF-54), attached to the U.S.S. Essex (CV-9), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea. On 4 September 1951, with courageous efficiency and utter disregard for his own personal safety, he fearlessly made repeated attacks against enemy ground troops within seventy to one hundred fifty yards of United Nations Forces. Time after time, in the face of withering fire from enemy ground troops, he made low level, scorching napalm attacks, and followed these with precision bombing and strafing until all ammunition was expended. As a result the target was neutralized to the point that friendly forces were able to secure this position shortly thereafter. Upon securing the area under attack, United Nations Forces counted over five hundred enemy dead. His gallant devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: All Hands (June 1954)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Emmett R. Aillaud, Jr., United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Pilot of an attack bomber in Fighter Squadron Fifty-Four (VF-54), attached to the U.S.S. Essex (CV-9), in action against hostile North Korean and Chinese Communist Forces on 29 October 1951. On that date, Ensign Aillaud was engaged on a strike against a strategic enemy headquarters located at Kapsan, North Korea. In the face of grave hazards, with precise accuracy, he pressed tree-top-level napalm runs and bombing and strafing attacks against pinpointed targets, until all ordnance was expended and the assigned area was completely demolished. His utter disregard for his own personal safety, coupled with his superb airmanship, aided immeasurably in the successful culmination of this important mission. Heavy and severe losses were sustained by the North Koreans and Chinese Communists as a result of the total destruction imposed upon this vital headquarters center and the annihilation of high ranking military leaders and their advisors. His gallant devotion to duty was at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
For heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as Pilot of a Fighter Plane in Fighter Squadron One Hundred Ninety Four, based on board the U.S.S. Boxer, during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 26 July 1953. Flying as section leader on a strike against enemy rail installations in the heavily defended area of Tanchon, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Akagi surprised a group of two hundred enemy troops repairing damaged rails and immediately initiated strafing attacks on a rail tunnel in which the troops had taken cover. Skillfully pin-pointing his bombing attacks, he succeeded in personally sealing both ends of the tunnel to trap the enemy troops. Despite intense and accurate enemy antiaircraft fire, he carried out additional attacks which severed three railroad bridges and caused two rail cuts. After expending his bombs, he strafed and silenced two active enemy positions to permit the remainder of his flight to complete their bombing attacks. By his expert airmanship, courageous initiative and unswerving devotion to duty, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Akagi contributed in large measure to the success of the Boxer in its assigned missions and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Commanding General, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Serial: 4591 - April 13, 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain George H. Albers (MCSN: 0-30556), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 3 December 1951. Captain Albers, as leader of a flight of four AD's, took off on a close air support mission at the request of the Joint Operations Center. Flying in extremely hazardous weather conditions, he led his flight to a very low altitude below a solid overcast and contacted the pre-assigned controller. Because of the low overcast and reduced visibility in the mountainous area, the controller deemed conditions too hazardous for close air strikes and recommended that the flight return to base. Climbing again through the solid overcast, Captain Albers led his flight to Kosong on the east coast, where better weather conditions prevailed. Exercising his own initiative, he contacted Marlin Control, a Tactical Air Control Party, and was ordered to contact Marlin 6, an airborne controller, for direction. Following the orders of this controller and disregarding intense ground fire, Captain Albers led a series of expertly executed bombing and rocket attacks against supply buildings in the village of Ungong-ni, personally destroying 8 of the 12 buildings destroyed. He then led his flight in repeated strafing and rocket runs against enemy troops entrenched on a ridge near Songtan-ni, resulting in 25 troops killed in action. He was then directed to destroy an artillery piece near the village of Pohyon-ni. Disregarding personal safety, he made several low reconnaissance runs to locate the target, and then led the flight in a bombing attack, destroying the artillery piece with a direct hit. When all ordnance was expended, he led his flight safely to their home base. Captain Albers' initiative, courageous leadership, efficient action and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commander 7th Fleet
General Orders: Serial 1071 – 17 November 1950
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade Edward Henry Albright (NSN: 0-419391), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving in Fighter Squadron Fifty-Four (VF-54), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 4 July to 22 September 1950. As Pilot of a fighter plane Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Albright participated in thirty-five strike missions over enemy territory. His conduct throughout has distinguished him among those performing duties of the same character.
1st Lieutenant Emory C. Albritton, 0993286, Infantry, United States Army, is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. Lieutenant Albritton distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating as Senior Jumpmaster in aerial flight over hostile territory during a nighttime, highly classified mission of critical importance to the United Nations Forces engaged in ground combat in Korea. Lieutenant Albritton, a member of the 8240th Army Unit Aviary Team, without regard for his personal safety, greatly aided the pilot in locating the drop zone for the successful completion of the mission. Lieutenant Albritton reflects great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the United States Air Force.
Headquarters, Commander 7th Fleet
General Orders: Serial 1071 – 17 November 1950
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Robert G. Aldrich (NSN: 0-504416), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving in Attack Squadron Fifty-Five (VA-55), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 3 July to 14 September 1950. As a Pilot of an attack bomber Ensign Aldrich participated in thirty-five strike missions over enemy territory.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 1505 – 30 January 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major James Aldworth (MCSN: 0-29001), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea. On 18 September 1952, Major Aldworth led a flight of Marine jet fighters against a heavily defended railway bridge on an enemy main supply route between Sunch'on and Wonsan. Locating the objective in extremely mountainous terrain, he skillfully maneuvered his flight through a precipitous valley and initiated the attack through intense anti-aircraft fire. He scored direct hits with his bombs collapsing two main spans of the bridge and then directed the remaining elements of his flight in the complete destruction of the target. Major Aldworth's outstanding accuracy in delivering his own bombing attack and his exemplary leadership in organizing and directing the flight were largely responsible for the success of a mission that seriously impaired the enemy's rail transportation system. His courageous conduct, professional skill, and devotion to duty throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 2841 – 5 March 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Murl V. Alexander (MCSN: 0-28175), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy, as a member of Marine Fighter Squadron Three Hundred Twelve (VMF-312), on 22 September 1951 in the vicinity of the North Korean city of Saktun-ni. While on a close air support mission, Captain Alexander led his division of four aircraft against a heavy concentration of enemy troops well entrenched in bunkers along a ridge line. Despite adverse weather conditions over the hazardous terrain, he pressed home his attack, scoring a direct hit on the open trenches with napalm, and at the same time sustaining several hits on his own aircraft from nearby anti-aircraft batteries. Despite the fact that his own aircraft was damaged, he directed his flight to continue their runs upon the troop emplacements while he diverted the enemy fire with a separate single-plane attack. Through a series of low level strafing and rocket attacks, he was able to silence the anti-aircraft batteries there by assuring the success of the mission. Captain Alexander's courage, aggressiveness, and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Heroes U.S. Marine Corps 1861-1955 (Jane Blakeney)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Robert D. Alexander (MCSN: 0-39421), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea. On 29 October 1952, Captain Alexander led a flight of Marine attack aircraft against heavily defended enemy front line positions opposing elements of the U.S. Tenth Corps. Searching at dusk under conditions of restricted visibility, he successfully located the obscure objective in extremely mountainous terrain. Immediately initiating a coordinated attack through intense defensive fire, Captain Alexander scored direct hits with his bombs, and then despite increasingly heavy ground fire, continued to lead his flight in repeated low level bombing and strafing assaults on the enemy positions. Captain Alexander's skillful deployment of his flight under adverse conditions was largely responsible for the demolition of twelve enemy occupied bunkers, and the partial destruction of an active enemy artillery battery. His courageous actions, professional skill, and zealous devotion to duty throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial: 15581 – 28 September 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Gordon L. Allen (MCSN: 0-10926), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a carrier-based Marine Attack Squadron in Korea. On 14 July 1953, Major Allen, in answer to an urgent request for all available air support, led a division of Marine attack aircraft against a major enemy troop concentration near Kumsong, North Korea. Despite extremely rough seas, a fifty mile per hour gale sweeping the carrier's deck and a heavy overcast, conditions that would normally preclude combat flight operations from an aircraft carrier, Major Allen safely led his division into the air, through the instrument weather and directly to the target area,. Over the objective the adverse weather prevented dive bombing attacks and he was compelled to conduct his bombing runs by the use of radar. Displaying exceptional professional ability, he scored direct bomb hits that inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy. After directing his flight in a highly successful bombing assault, he safely led the division back to the carrier. Major Allen's outstanding accuracy and exemplary leadership were responsible for the success of a mission that disrupted and repulsed one of the largest enemy offensives in over two years, thereby substantially reducing pressure on front line elements of the United Nations ground forces. His courageous conduct, exceptional initiative and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. (USN)
General Orders: Commander Naval Forces Far East
Serial 1815 - March 5, 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade [then Ensign] Lawrence Richard Allen (NSN: 0-496707), United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as a Member of a Patrol Plane Crew in Patrol Squadron Forty-Seven (VP-47), during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, from 2 July to 25 December 1950. Completing thirty-five combat missions during this period, he participated in daring strikes against the enemy in the face of imminent hostile anti-aircraft fire and aerial opposition. By his outstanding skill, courage and loyal devotion to duty throughout, he contributed materially to the success of his squadron and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 310 – 11 January 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Paul L. Allen (MCSN: 0-15386), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy on 11 August 1951 while attached to a Marine Fighter Squadron in Korea. Major Allen led a four plane armed reconnaissance flight through adverse weather conditions to the town of Changjon, Korea. In spite of dangerously poor visibility, a low ceiling and intense enemy ground fire, he divided his flight into two units, and made a series of coordinated attacks with napalm, rockets and strafing. Major Allen made repeated attacks until all his ammunition was exhausted. One fuel dump, three supply dumps, and five houses containing approximately seventy-five hostile troops were destroyed. Major Allen's aggressive leadership, skillful airmanship and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 9156 – 16 July 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Thomas C. Allen (MCSN: 0-47809), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 14 January 1952. First Lieutenant Allen, as a division leader in a flight of four Ads, took off on a close air support mission at the request of the Joint Operations Center. The flight reported to an airborne controller who marked troops and bunkers near Sohui-ri, as the flight's target. Leaving his flight at an orbit point in the target area, First Lieutenant Allen made two low reconnaissance runs over the target to positively identify it and to verify the positions of friendly forces. First Lieutenant Allen, after rejoining his flight, then initiated a series of expertly executed bombing and strafing runs. In the face of intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire, First Lieutenant Allen scored four direct hits in the target area, inflicting severe damage and many casualties upon the enemy. The airborne controller credited the flight with ninety per cent coverage of the target area, including destruction of four bunkers and fifty enemy casualties. First Lieutenant Allen's courageous leadership, efficient actions and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 11195 – 30 November 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Raymond M. Allensworth (MCSN: 0-34801), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight while serving as a pilot attached to a Marine Fighter Squadron in Korea. On 27 November 1951, Captain Allensworth took off with his flight from a forward air base. Despite hazardous terrain and conditions of reduced visibility, he led his flight safely to the target area. Working in close conjunction with the forward air controller he immediately located his target of enemy lines and inflicted casualties. Notwithstanding the small arms and automatic weapons fire directed at the planes and with disregard for his own personal safety, Captain Allensworth initiated his attacks. Displaying excellent leadership he directed his planes onto the target, coordinating them in such a manner that the target might be attacked most efficiently and be kept constantly under fire. By his repeated and courageous bombing, napalm and strafing attacks, the enemy positions were destroyed. As a direct result of his outstanding leadership and expert airmanship many enemy troops were killed, four mortar positions were completely destroyed and the fire being received by friendly forces was silenced. Captain Allensworth's skillful flying and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 7160 – 7 May 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Lawrence G. Alley (MCSN: 0-37185), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in action against the enemy in Korea. On 14 January 1953, Captain Alley led a flight of Marine attack aircraft on a specially assigned mission against a heavily defended tunnel directly behind the enemy main line of resistance. Directing his flight to orbit beyond range of hostile anti-aircraft guns, he conducted a low level reconnaissance and, despite intense defensive fire, successfully located the camouflaged objective in extremely mountainous terrain. He then rejoined his flight and led an aggressive dive bombing assault in which he scored direct bomb hits on the obscure portals of the tunnel. Upon completion of this assault, Captain Alley observed that the target was damaged but still in serviceable condition. Without hesitation, he again dived his plane in an individual low level attack through increasingly accurate hostile fire. Although heavy smoke partially obscured the objective, he skillfully skipped his remaining bombs into the tunnel entrance. Captain Alley's outstanding accuracy and perseverance in the delivery of his attack were directly responsible for the complete destruction of this vital target. His courageous conduct, exceptional initiative and selfless devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Electronicsman First Class James N. Allred (NSN: 8726310), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a member of a Patrol Plane in Patrol Squadron Forty-One (VP-41). Participating in numerous missions against hostile North Korean forces during the period 21 August 1950 to 2 February 1951, he added greatly to the success of his squadron. Chief Aviation Electronicsman completed thirty-five missions. His courage, skill, and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 17437 – 24 December 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Edward O. Alsip (MCSN: 0-19352), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy during operations in Korea on 27 September 1952. While leading a flight of four planes en route to a pre-briefed target, Major Alsip and his wingman were diverted to support a retiring raiding party that was being closely pursued by superior enemy forces. Sighting the enemy troops, Major Alsip pressed his attack to a low altitude so as to achieve maximum effect. Despite intense enemy small arms fire which hit and damaged his aircraft, Major Alsip remained over the area making repeated rocket and strafing runs against the advancing troops. His persistent attacks in the face of great personal danger were responsible for inflicting heavy enemy casualties and so retarded the enemy's advance that the friendly forces were able to make a successful withdrawal. Major Alsip's skillful airmanship and courageous devotion to duty in the face of the enemy were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Commander 7th Fleet
Serial 1965 - November 28, 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Arland Thomas Anderson (NSN: 0-431139), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Fighter Squadron Seven Hundred Eighty-Three (VF-783), attached to Carrier Air Group 102, operating from the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard (CVA-31). On 27 September 1951, he led his section on a bridge strike over hostile enemy-held North Korean territory in the vicinity of strongly defended Hamhung. Lieutenant Anderson, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, made numerous strafing attacks against enemy troops and machine gun positions, despite small arms and anti-aircraft fire in a highly successful effort to rescue a pilot of his flight forced to crash land in the Songchon River as a result of sustaining a hit from enemy anti-aircraft fire. Lieutenant Anderson's actions materially contributed to the destruction of one enemy bridge, in excess of 20 enemy troops killed and the rescue of a fellow naval aviator shot down over enemy territory. His leadership, courage, skilled airmanship, initiative, and judgment were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Donald W. Anderson (MCSN: 0-50367), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of an Attack-Bomber Aircraft in Marine Attack Squadron One Hundred Twenty-One (VMA-121) during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 19 October 1952. While en route to the target the flight leader assigned the division lead to Captain Anderson, because of communication failure. Captain Anderson directed the flight to orbit out of range of anti-aircraft fire while he reconnoitered the area. Captain Anderson then assigned individual targets to each attack bomber and marked each target by attacking the targets with machine gun fire. Captain Anderson skillfully led each aircraft through intense hostile automatic weapons fire in repeated attacks against enemy installations. Captain Anderson personally accounted for one radio station, one automatic weapons and nineteen buildings. His expert airmanship, cool courage, and devotion to duty in the face of hostile anti-aircraft fire served to inspire the members of his flight and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 16426 – 15 October 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Elmer A. Anderson, Jr. (MCSN: 0-18861), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy of a Marine Attack Squadron in Korea. On 14 November 1951, Major Anderson led a division of Marine Attack Aircraft on a high priority close air support mission against enemy mortars that were inflicting damage on friendly front line units. Promptly locating the objective in mountainous terrain, Major Anderson initiated a low-level bombing and strafing assault. Diving to minimum altitude through intense hostile anti-aircraft fire, he scored direct napalm hits that engulfed the area in flames. With the target clearly defined he then directed the remainder of the flight in an aerial assault that demolished two large bunkers and enemy mortars. Major Anderson's exceptional accuracy and exemplary leadership were responsible for the success of a flight that inflicted heavy casualties and substantially reduced pressure on elements of the United Nations ground forces. His courageous conduct, superb airmanship and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Lieutenant Commander George D. Anderson, Jr., is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as a member of a patrol plane crew in Patrol Squadron Six during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 8 July 1950 to 28 January 1951. Completing thirty-five missions during this period, Lieutenant Commander (then Lieutenant) Anderson participated in patrol and reconnaissance flights over an active combat area in the face of grave hazards and contributed materially to the success of his squadron. His skill, courage and devotion to duty throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial: 8387 – 27 May 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Harry J. Anderson (MCSN: 0-13437), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea. On 15 December 1952, Major Anderson led a flight of twelve Marine Attack Aircraft against a large enemy supply establishment. Promptly locating the carefully camouflaged warehouse area, Major Anderson immediately initiated an aggressive bombing attack through intense defensive fire. Scoring direct hits with his own bombs in the center of the target area, he then directed the remainder of the flight in the attack that destroyed ten enemy warehouses, ignited four secondary fires and caused estimated thirty enemy casualties. Major Anderson's outstanding accuracy in the delivering of his own attack and his exemplary leadership in organizing and directing the flight were largely responsible for the success of a mission that caused heavy loss of supplies destined for enemy front line troops. His courageous conduct, exceptional professional skill and devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Master Sergeant John Verner Anderson (MCSN: 627517), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy while serving with a Marine Observation Squadron in Korea, on 25 August 1952. Serving as a Pilot of a slow, unarmed observation aircraft, Master Sergeant Anderson displayed outstanding courage and professional skill in the performance of his duties. While flying over enemy territory, he located a large concentration of enemy troops and maneuvered his aircraft to allow his observer to adjust artillery fire on the position. While the observer was directing fire, Master Sergeant Anderson located several active artillery positions firing on friendly troops. With no concern for his personal safety and although subjected to intense enemy anti-aircraft fire he skillfully flew his plane at dangerously low altitudes, enabling the observer to adjust fire on all of the targets. Master Sergeant Anderson's devotion to duty and resourcefulness were an inspiration to all who observed him and materially contributed to the destruction of several enemy positions. His heroic actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Third Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Norman J. Anderson (MCSN: 0-5256), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Marine Fighter Squadron Three Hundred Twenty-Three (VMF-323) in the Korean Theater during the period 21 September to 28 September 1950. As a Pilot of a fighter plane, Lieutenant Colonel Anderson participated in thirty-five strike missions over enemy territory.
The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Philip B. Anderson for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a plane in Marine Attack Squadron One Hundred Twenty-one during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 2 June 1953. Participating in a high priority close air support mission against heavily defended and well-entrenched enemy personnel shelters and mortars that had been inflicting serious damage upon friendly front-line units, Major Anderson led a flight of attack planes to the target area and, discovering that forward visibility had been greatly reduced because of a low cloud ceiling, instructed the group to orbit out of range of hostile anti-aircraft fire while he definitely located the obscure objective. Diving to minimum altitude through an intense barrage of enemy defensive fire, he skillfully maneuvered his aircraft through the precipitous terrain and initiated a daring low-level assault. After scoring direct bomb hits that clearly marked the carefully camouflaged target for the remainder of the flight, he remained at low level and directed repeated attacks that destroyed fifteen enemy personnel shelters and five mortar positions and damaged another fifteen hostile personnel bunkers. By his skilled airmanship, courage and unswerving devotion to duty, Major Anderson was greatly responsible for the success of a mission that inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy and of friendly ground forces, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Robert Victor Anderson (MCSN: 0-48854), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a Regimental Artillery Air Observer of Headquarters Battery, Eleventh Marines, First Marine Division (Rein.), FMF,, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 14 June 1951. First Lieutenant Anderson, flying in a slow unarmed aircraft, observed approximately two hundred enemy troops entrenched on a hillside towards which friendly ground forces were advancing. Recognizing the threat posed by the large enemy force, he quickly called in artillery fire on the positions, flying over it at dangerously low altitudes in order to adjust the fire. Despite the fact that the enemy directed intense automatic weapons and small arms fire on his vulnerable aircraft, he courageously refused to leave the area until the position had been neutralized by artillery fire, and heavy casualties taken by the enemy. His bravery and alertness aided materially in the subsequent seizure of the strategic ground. First Lieutenant Anderson's efficient actions and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Roy Lee Anderson (MCSN: 0-25656), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the armed enemy in Korea, on 18 January 1953. Major Anderson, while serving as a Pilot of an evacuation type helicopter attached to a Marine Observation Squadron, volunteered to attempt a hazardous night evacuation mission. Disregarding his personal safety, he unhesitatingly flew his aircraft over difficult mountainous terrain without proper instruments and although a previous flight to the same site had crashed as a result of the restricted visibility, he successfully maneuvered his helicopter to the evacuation point. Upon landing, he directed the loading of two critically wounded Marines and again took off into the total darkness. He delivered the casualties to a rear area medical aid station where they received immediate treatment. Major Anderson's alertness, efficient actions and outstanding devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
For heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as Pilot of a plane in Marine All Weather Fighter Squadron Five Hundred Thirteen during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 7 June 1952. While conducting a night intruder mission over enemy main supply routes, First Lieutenant Andre detected an enemy motor convoy proceeding through mountainous terrain and initiated a series of bombing and strafing attacks beneath flare illumination. Suddenly attacked from the rear by an enemy night interceptor during his ninth low-level assault, he successfully evaded the hostile fire, and, regaining altitude, skillfully maneuvered through the darkness to a position behind his assailant where he opened fire with his own machine guns and sent the enemy aircraft plunging to the earth in flames. By his outstanding airmanship, initiative and steadfast devotion to duty, First Lieutenant Andre was directly responsible for the destruction of a hostile aircraft and several enemy supply trucks, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commander Naval Forces Far East
General Orders: Serial 7784 – 30 December 30 1950
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant William E. Androsko (MCSN: 0-44866), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight in action against the enemy while serving as a Pilot attached to Marine Fighter Squadron Two Hundred Fourteen (VMF-214), aboard the U.S.S. Sicily (CVE-118). Between 3 August and 23 September 1950, First Lieutenant Androsko, at great personal danger, completed his thirty-fifth mission against the enemy. During all these flights enemy air opposition was expected. During most of the flights enemy small arms fire was encountered and many of the flights were in the face of accurate heavy enemy anti-aircraft fire. The effective results of these flights contributed to the ultimate success of the forces defending South Korea. His alertness, efficient actions and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commander Naval Forces Far East
General Orders: Serial 1716 – 1 March 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant William E. Androsko (MCSN: 0-44866), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy while serving as a Pilot attached to Marine Fighting Squadron Two Hundred Fourteen (VMF-214), aboard the U.S.S. Sicily (CVE-118), on 24 September 1950. As a member of a fighter division operating in extremely close air support of our attacking troops in the Han River area just northwest of Seoul, First Lieutenant Androsko, with a high degree of courage and outstanding skill, exposed himself repeatedly to intense enemy anti-aircraft and small arms fire in order to seek out and destroy enemy troops in heavily-fortified positions. Lieutenant Androsko made continuous strafing and rocket attacks on these positions at very low altitude, destroying many enemy troops and forcing a retreat into semi-concealed caves located at the end of a box canyon. To continue his attack with accuracy on these new positions required that he fly at an extremely low altitude between the walls of the box canyon and recover by zooming over a high cliff at the canyon's end. He succeeded in scoring a direct hit upon several of these caves with his napalm causing the destruction of a large force of the enemy. He continued to make strafing attacks in the face of great hazard of terrain and the enemy fire, giving the enemy no chance to recover from the previous staggering attacks. First Lieutenant Androsko's heroic actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General, First Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 9173 – 16 July 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Charles C. Angle (MCSN: 0-31277), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight in connection with military operations against the enemy in Korea, on 14 January 1952. Captain Angle was a member of a four plane flight of fighter aircraft which attacked the town of Changyon. This flight was forced to fly because of adverse weather conditions at extremely low altitudes through mountainous terrain in order to reach the target. At the target area, Captain Angle made numerous bombing, rocket and strafing attacks despite heavy enemy automatic weapons fire from the surrounding ridges. As a result of these attacks, an estimated four hundred hostile troops were killed or wounded, ten buildings were destroyed and ten more damaged. Further damage assessment was impossible because of the smoke and haze obscuring the area. Captain Angle's aggressiveness and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Emmett O. Anglin, Jr. (MCSN: 0-14779), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a Marine jet fighter squadron in Korea. On 27 May 1953, Major Anglin supported a mission against heavily defended and well entrenched enemy troops that were causing damage on friendly front line positions. Promptly locating the carefully camouflaged objective in mountainous terrain, Major Anglin initiated a dive bombing and strafing assault. Diving through an intense barrage of hostile anti-aircraft fire, he scored direct bomb hits that clearly marked the target for the remainder of the flight. He then led a low level strafing attack that inflicted heavy casualties and destroyed a major enemy strong point. Major Anglin's exceptional accuracy and exemplary leadership were responsible for the success of a flight that substantially reduced pressure on advancing elements of the United Nations ground forces. His courageous conduct, superb airmanship and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 9207 – 5 October 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Kenneth L. Anstock (MCSN: 0-31252), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight in support of the First Marine Division and First Marine Air Wing during the Korean Conflict. Captain Anstock, while serving as a First Pilot, with the Forward Echelon of Marine Transport Squadron One Hundred Fifty-Two, was directed to fly his aircraft for use as a Tactical Air Direction Center, Airborne. Though no facilities were available among R-5D aircraft at Yonpo Air Strip in North Korea, through the concentrated efforts of Captain Anstock and his crew, an Airborne Tactical Direction Center was installed in an RE-5D aircraft and maintained through daylight hours on 9 December 1950. By remaining for more than twelve hours on station over the target area in an unarmed R-5D, exposed to sporadic anti-aircraft fire, and with enemy aircraft reported in the area, the Tactical Air Direction Center staff was able to direct all tactical aircraft to their targets, and to keep attack areas under observation, noting the results of air strikes against the enemy and the general effectiveness of air support in this operation. As a result of this action, invaluable assistance was rendered to the general effectiveness of air support in this operation and to the First Marine Division on its march from Hagaru-ri to Hamhung. Captain Anstock's alertness, efficient action, and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 1965 - November 28, 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Robert Bernard Appel (NSN: 0-438414), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on 28 July 1951. Lieutenant Appel serving with Composite Squadron Three (VC-3), Detachment Cha rlie, attached to Carrier Air Group One Hundred Two on board the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard (CVA-31), led a section of two F$U-5NL aircraft on a pre-dawn night heckler mission over hostile North Korean territory on a strike against enemy communication and railroad facilities. Sighting an enemy locomotive with six cars attached leaving the railroad yard at Pukchong he took immediate action leading and directing a series of five bombing rocket and strafing attacks which resulted in the destruction of the locomotive and six boxcars along with severe damage to other boxcars, starting numerous fires, and destroying and damaging enemy anti-aircraft gun emplacements. He was personally credited with the destruction of the locomotive and six boxcars, one gun emplacement and inflicting damage to other enemy facilities. Continuing the mission he attacked and inflicted heavy damage on two other railroad marshalling yards and a group of enemy vehicles personally destroying four trucks. Lieutenant Appel, by his skilled airmanship and resolute courage in the face of enemy fire, led his flight to score in the destruction and damage of many vital and sorely needed enemy communication facilities. His actions were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 15351 - 24 September 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Thomas E. Archer (MCSN: 0-27518), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in action against the enemy as a member of a carrier-based Marine Attack Squadron in Korea. On 24 February 1953, Major Archer participated in the rescue of a downed Marine aviator who was surrounded by enemy troops deep in hostile territory. With complete disregard for his own safety, Major Archer conducted a series of daring minimum altitude strafing assaults, intentionally drawing the heavy hostile fire away from the downed pilot. Displaying superb airmanship, he skillfully maneuvered his aircraft at low level through the intense and accurate barrages of hostile fire and succeeded on several occasions, in completely suppressing all ground fire directed at the downed aviator. Ignoring the increasingly accurate fire that was bursting all around his aircraft, Major Archer repeatedly strafed the enemy positions and although dangerously low on fuel, he continued these assaults with such effectiveness that a rescue helicopter was allowed to effect a successful pick-up less than two hours after the pilot had crash landed deep in enemy territory. Major Archer's heroic actions in subjecting himself repeatedly to enemy fire and his exemplary initiative were responsible for the success of a mission that saved the life of a fellow Marine and caused heavy enemy casualties. His courageous conduct, superb airmanship and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 10167 - 24 June 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain William I. Armagost (MCSN: 0-30516), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a Marine Fighter Squadron in Korea. On 5 March 1953, Captain Armagost served as a section leader in a flight of Marine jet fighter-bomber aircraft on a close air support mission in the vicinity of Poekhyon-ni. Working in proximity to friendly front line positions in extremely mountainous terrain, he made a daring low-level napalm attack through intense automatic weapons and small arms fire and scored a direct hit on enemy positions. During the recovery, his aircraft was hit twice by enemy fire with one projectile exploding in the cockpit wounding him in the right leg. Despite the loss of the aircraft's hydraulic system, radio, and one control cable, he flew his aircraft deep into enemy territory to release the remainder of his ordnance lead to avoid endangering friendly forces. Applying a tourniquet to his wounded leg, he calmly proceeded to the nearest friendly airfield where although weak from loss of blood he so skillfully handled his aircraft that he effected an emergency landing without further damaging the aircraft. Captain Armagost's heroic actions, while suffering painful injuries, saved friendly forces from being exposed to the danger of his bomb load and were responsible for the saving of his aircraft from destruction. His courageous conduct, exceptional initiative and steadfast devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 16422 - 15 October 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain William I. Armagost (MCSN: 0-30516), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a Marine jet fighter squadron in Korea. On 17 July 1953, Major Armagost led a division of Marine jet fighter-bombers on a close air support mission against heavily defended and well-concealed enemy automatic weapons that were inflicting serious damage on friendly front line units. Despite extremely adverse weather, he promptly located the carefully camouflaged objective in a mountainous area and initiated a dive bombing and strafing assault. Diving to minimum altitude, he skillfully maneuvered his aircraft through the precipitous terrain to score direct bomb hits on the strategic enemy positions. With the target clearly marked for the remainder of the flight, he then directed a low level aerial attack that damaged two automatic weapons emplacements, three personnel shelters and inflicted heavy enemy casualties. Major Armagost's exemplary leadership and exceptional bombing accuracy were responsible for the success of a flight that substantially reduced pressure on forward elements of the United Nations ground forces. His courageous conduct, superb airmanship and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Citations not yet found. (He received four DFC's.)
2.4.4 30th FA Group in Germany 1954
In early 1954, CPT (later LTC) William "Frank" Armfield was assigned to the Group as a Liaison Pilot after returning from Korea. At an awards ceremony held at the Artillery Kaserne, Col. Seaman presented CPT Armfield with the awards he had earned while serving as a Liaison Pilot with the 25th Infantry Division in combat operations in Korea. The awards presented to CPT Armfield included the Distinguished Flying Cross w/3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Medal w/18 Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Purple Heart. {Note: A picture of this awards presentation ceremony was found in the National Archives and a copy was hung in the 30th FA Regimental Room during the 80th Anniversary Celebration held at Fort Sill, OK in 1998. LTC Armfield also served later in Vietnam as an Aviator.} In July 1954, the 30th FA Group relocated to Yorkhof Kaserne in Hanau, Germany. This was followed in August of 1954, when Col. Seaman turned command of the Group over to COL (later LTG) Thomas W. Dunn. No other documents have been found describing the other activities involving the 30th FA Group for 1954.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Serial 5910 - 11 May 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Gerald C. Armstrong (MCSN: 0-35977), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 20 November 1951. Captain Armstrong, as a member in a flight of four fighter aircraft, took off on an armed coastal reconnaissance mission with instructions to bomb the village of Chadolba, unless a more important target presented itself. Flying over mountainous terrain, and through adverse cloud cover, Captain Armstrong located the assigned target village and participated in a series of well coordinated bombing, rocket, and strafing attacks. Many hostile troops were observed running for cover as the aircraft bombed the area. By keeping these troops under constant fire, this flight was able to inflict approximately one hundred and seventy observed enemy casualties. In addition to the enemy casualties, twenty-five buildings were either destroyed or seriously damaged by this attack. The village of Chadolba was severely damaged when the flight terminated their attack and departed for their home base. Captain Armstrong's efficient leadership and skilled airmanship were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 6299 - 24 April 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Marshall B. Armstrong (MCSN: 0-52243), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with a carrier-based Marine Squadron in Korea. On 28 November 1952, First Lieutenant Armstrong led a flight of attack aircraft against a heavily defended enemy troop concentration at Naedong-ni. Promptly locating the village, in which three hundred and fifty Chinese Communist troops were billeted, he led a daring low level napalm attack through a narrow valley that offered the only approach to the target. Despite automatic weapons fire from the hills on either side, First Lieutenant Armstrong pressed to minimum altitude and scored direct hits with his fire bombs on the enemy stronghold. He then directed his flight in a series of rocket and strafing attacks that spread the flames through the entire village. Continuing an armed reconnaissance along the coast of the Haeju Peninsula, First Lieutenant Armstrong detected two separate groups of enemy supply vessels hidden in isolated coves. Despite heavy defensive fire, these targets were immediately subjected to machine gun and rocket assaults that demolished all serviceable craft. Through his outstanding leadership and the exceptional accuracy of his own attacks, First Lieutenant Armstrong contributed substantially to the destruction or damage of thirty-five buildings, the sinking of seven enemy supply vessels and the infliction of heavy casualties on hostile troops. His courageous conduct, professional skill and zealous devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commander 7th Fleet
General Orders: Serial 49 - 13 January 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Robert P. Armstrong (NSN: 0-496936), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Fighter Squadron One Hundred Thirteen (VF-113), embarked in U.S.S. PHILIPPINE SEA (CV-47), in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 6 August to 17 October 1950. As a Pilot of a Corsair Fighter plane, he participated in thirty-five strike missions over enemy territory.
General Orders: All Hands (January 1953)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Commander Joe H. Arnold (NSN: 0-77741), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as a Member of a Patrol Plane Crew in Patrol Squadron Forty-Seven (VP-47), during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, from 2 July to 25 December 1950. Completing thirty-six combat missions during this period, he participated in daring strikes against the enemy in the face of imminent hostile anti-aircraft fire and aerial opposition. By his outstanding skill, courage and loyal devotion to duty throughout, he contributed materially to the success of his squadron and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 15192 - 21 September 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Karl Aron (MCSN: 0-47574), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy as a member of a Marine jet fighter squadron in Korea. On 16 June 1953, First Lieutenant Aron led a division of Marine jet fighter-bombers on a close air support mission against heavily defended enemy troops that were advancing toward friendly front line positions. Promptly locating the carefully camouflaged troop concentrations in mountainous terrain, First Lieutenant Aron initiated a low level napalm and strafing assault. Diving to minimum altitude through intense hostile anti-aircraft fire, he scored direct napalm hits that clearly marked the objective. After directing the remainder of the flight in a successful napalm attack, he then led repeated strafing assaults that inflicted heavy enemy casualties and left the area engulfed in flames. First Lieutenant Aron's exceptional accuracy and exemplary leadership were responsible for the success of a flight that stopped a major enemy advance and substantially reduced pressure on elements of the United Nations ground forces. His courageous conduct, superb airmanship and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 11406 - 6 December 1951
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Frank Ashe (MCSN: 0-30141), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy and while serving as a pilot attached to a Marine Fighter Squadron in Korea. On 3 October 1951, Captain Ashe, in response to an urgent call for close air support from a forward air controller, took off with his flight from a forward air base. Despite adverse weather and hazardous terrain, he led his flight accurately and safely to the target area. Working in close conjunction with the forward air controller, he quickly located his target as a concentration of heavily defended, well entrenched enemy bunkers, containing many enemy troops and mortars. These weapons were pouring relentless fire on friendly forces and inflicting heavy casualties. Notwithstanding the intense and accurate automatic fire directed at the aircraft, Captain Ashe, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, coordinated his flight so as to most advantageously strike the enemy positions and initiated his attacks. Directing and leading the flight, he repeatedly attacked the objective until all bunkers were completely covered by napalm and bombs and his mission was successfully accomplished. As a direct result of his outstanding leadership and expert airmanship, thirty enemy troops were killed, four bunkers containing mortars were destroyed and the fire being received by friendly forces was silenced. Captain Ashe's skillful flying and fearless devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Headquarters, Commanding General 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
General Orders: Serial 37 - 2 January 1952
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain James S. Ashman (MCSN: 0-29808), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 26 October 1951. Serving as the Pilot of a slow, unarmed, observation aircraft, Captain Ashman was on a reconnaissance flight forward of the friendly lines in the Ku-dong area, when he was assigned the mission of locating enemy strong points and troop concentrations in front of a friendly patrol. With complete disregard for his own personal safety, he searched the area at a dangerously low altitude, exposing his vulnerable aircraft to intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire. By his courageous actions he located several enemy strong points and directed the fighter aircraft for the attack, thereby contributing materially to the success achieved by the friendly patrol. Captain Ashman's courageous conduct and selfless devotion to duty were exemplary and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Thomas Manson Atkins, Airman, United States Air Force, awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as flying as an aerial gunner of a B-26 type light bomber, on a night interdiction mission against enemy transportation facilities in the vicinity of Yul, Korea, Airman Atkins displayed outstanding skill and airmanship. He was instrumental in the sighting of enemy convoy and initiating an attack. Seven bombing runs and three strafing passes resulted in the destruction of eighteen vehicles. Heavy automatic weapons and small arms fire and heavy anti-air-craft fire was encountered. He pinpointed the enemy and the automatic weapons fire were silenced. The attack was continued until all ordnance had been expended. The destruction caused by this highly successful mission deprived the enemy of badly needed supplies and transportation facilities. By his high personal courage and devotion to duty, Airman Atkins brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force, and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as a result of his actions on 22 January 1952. Thomas Manson Atkins is a member of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society.
Headquarters, 5th Air Force
General Orders No. 69 - September 06, 1952
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Second Lieutenant William Elias Augsburger (AFSN: FR-26919/AO-1912199), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while flying a combat mission in support of the United Nations Forces on 17 October 1951. As element leader in a flight of F-80 type aircraft on an armed reconnaissance mission near Yul-li, Korea, Lieutenant Augsburger was flying top cover for the first element when he sighted two enemy anti-aircraft guns. He immediately led his element in attacks against these guns until both were destroyed. Later, flying at extremely low altitude, he sighted what appeared to be a number of tire tracks leading into a village. He notified the first element of his discovery and led the second element in to attack the village. On his first strafing pass, he started a large petroleum, oil and lubrication fire which burned intensely and spread to other warehouses. He led the flight and pressed the attack on pass after pass until all ammunition had been expended. As a result, eight petroleum, oil and lubrication fires were started and spread rapidly to adjoining buildings indicating the destruction of vital supplies and the destruction of numerous buildings and enemy equipment. By his alertness and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Augsburger has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Headquarters, Commanding General, 1st Marine Division
General Orders: Serial 16606 - 18 May 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Layton S. Ausen (MCSN: 0-29401), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea while serving with the First Marine Division on 8 January 1953. Serving as a pilot Captain Ausen displayed exceptional courage, professional skill and devotion to duty. During an extremely dangerous flight over hostile territory he fearlessly remained in the area and enabled his artillery spotter to direct and adjust fire against enemy fortifications. Despite the persistent and intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire, he remained on station nearly four hours and continued to maneuver with such skill as to afford the spotter accurate observation to complete his mission of adjusting the fires of more than one unit on separate targets concurrently. As a result of his determined efforts, thirteen active enemy mortars were neutralized and the advance of two separate enemy reinforcing troops movements was halted. Captain Ausen's alertness, efficient actions and outstanding devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Harold R. Austin for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight under exceptional conditions. Major Austin has distinguished himself in the accomplishment of missions of greatest importance to the United States Air Force during the period 1953 and 1954. Through effective leadership and personal heroism under extremely hazardous flight conditions, he has demonstrated outstanding proficiency and steadfast devotion to duty. In the performance of these special missions of vital significance to the United States, Major Austin has reflected the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
The President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Marshall S. Austin for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a plane in Marine Fighter Squadron Three Hundred Eleven during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 11 April 1953. Leading a flight of jet fighter-bombers on a close air support mission against heavily defended and well-entrenched enemy front-line elements which were inflicting serious damage on advancing friendly ground forces, Captain Austin quickly located the enemy positions in the flight to orbit at a safe altitude, carried out a run to positively identify the objective which was in close proximity to friendly units. Initiating a low level assault through intense hostile anti-aircraft fire, he scored a direct bomb hit on the enemy bunkers. Having clearly marked the target for the remainder of his flight, he rejoined the orbiting aircraft to lead them in repeated bombing and strafing attacks that completely destroyed the enemy positions. By his expert airmanship, marked courage and resourceful initiative, Captain Austin was largely responsible for the success of a mission that inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy and substantially reduced pressure on advancing friendly forces. His skilled leadership and unwavering devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Percy F. Avant, Jr. (MCSN: 0-13371), United States Marine Corps, for heroism while participating in aerial flight over enemy territory from 28 September to 9 December 1950. Major Avant successfully completed his 1st to 35th combat missions against the enemy over Korea where enemy fire was either received or expected. His actions throughout were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel George Clifton Axtell, Jr. (MCSN: 0-6857), United States Marine Corps, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Pilot and Commanding Officer of carrier based Marine Attack Squadron Three Hundred Twelve (VMA-312), during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 24 June 1952. Reaching the objective area prior to the arrival of the striking force while serving as Tactical Air Coordinator for a massed aerial assault against heavily defended enemy hydroelectric installations, Lieutenant Colonel Axtell initiated a daring bombing assault in the face of heavy, accurate hostile anti-aircraft fire and, after completing his attack, conducted a low-level photographic reconnaissance until the main strike group arrived. Directing the striking force of jet and propeller driven fighter-bombers in a closely coordinated and highly destructive attack on the extensive enemy installations, he remained in the area at low altitude following the withdrawal of the friendly assaulting planes to complete photographic damage assessments. By his exemplary leadership and resolute perseverance in remaining at low-level altitude to direct his division while under constant hostile anti-aircraft fire, Lieutenant Colonel Axtell was largely responsible for the success of a mission that obtained vital intelligence information and seriously damaged enemy electrical power installations. His superb airmanship and unswerving devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.