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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Silver Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of an Eleventh Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel Francis Stanley Gabreski (ASN: 0-406132/4761A), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial combat against enemies of the United Nations Forces in Korea on 8 July 1951. Leading "Mike" Flight, the lead Flight of a Squadron of sixteen F-86's on a bomber escort mission deep in North Korea, Colonel Gabreski escorted his bombers to and from the target area. Shortly after breaking off escort, when fuel had reached a critical point, Colonel Gabreski heard a call of distress from a flight of F-86's under attack by a superior number of enemy MiG-15 High Performance jet aircraft. Although critically low on fuel, Colonel Gabreski unhesitatingly turned his flight of four F-86's back into enemy territory in order to aid the distressed aircraft. Arriving on the scene of the raging air battle, Colonel Gabreski, displaying exemplary leadership, deployed his formation in an outstanding example of tactical utilization and attacked. So vicious was his assault on the enemy fighters that they were forced to break off their attack on the friendly fighters to defend themselves. During the ensuing battle, Colonel Gabreski, by his superior airmanship and relentless tenacity, maneuvered into an advantageous position on one of the enemy MiG-15's and destroyed him. Withdrawing from the action only when fuel was dangerously low and the safety of the friendly fighters was assured, Colonel Gabreski reassembled the flight and led them to the home base. By his heroism, outstanding devotion to duty and exemplary leadership on this occasion, Colonel Gabreski has reflected great credit upon himself, his comrades in arms of the United Nations and the United States Air Force
For extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on 2 September 1951 in Korea.
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in addition to Two Previously Awarded Silver Oak Leaf Clusters in lieu of a Thirteenth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel Francis Stanley Gabreski (ASN: 0-406132/4761A), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on 11 January 1952. Leading a flight of four F-86 type aircraft into combat over North Korea, Colonel Gabreski destroyed a MiG-15. His flight was patrolling the area between Sinanju and Sinuiju. The flight observed enemy MiG-15 type aircraft, and the three and four men engaged in attacking an element of MiGs. Colonel Gabreski observed another element of MiGs, and he and his wingman began to attack them. His wingman, using evasive action, had to break, and Colonel Gabreski continued to pursue the one MiG. The attacking MiGs made three firing passes on Colonel Gabreski, but he was not deterred and stayed with the MiG he had attacked. His one continuous firing pass destroyed the MiG causing it to crash. Colonel Gabreski then began his evasive action and, out of ammunition, eluded his attackers. By his high personal courage and determination, Colonel Gabreski has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
First Lieutenant William R. Gale distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a B-29 Bombardier, 30th Bombardment Squadron, 19th Bombardment Group, Medium on 27 October 1951. On that date, Lieutenant Gale flew on a daylight-bombing raid on the important railway bridge at Sinanju, North Korea. During the bomb run the aircraft was subjected to accurate antiaircraft fire and repeated attacks by approximately 20 enemy fighters. The damage inflicted by the enemy rendered most of the control cables and all gun turrets inoperative. All inter-plane communications were disrupted and seven crewmembers were wounded. Lieutenant Gale made an excellent bomb drop, then damaged two enemy aircraft before his turret became inoperative. Lieutenant Gale then assumed the duties of the wounded Navigator and despite a serious fire in one engine, directed the aircraft to Kimpo Airfield near Seoul, Korea, where medical aid was available. His exceptional courage and coolness materially aided in the successful return of the aircraft. Lieutenant Gale’s skill, perseverance and devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself, the Far East Air Forces, and the United States Air Force.
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 First Lieutenant Thomas G. Gill, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight deep in enemy territory while flying the number two (2) position in a flight of four (4) F-84 type aircraft, assigned to the 428th Fighter Bomber Squadron, 474th Fighter Bomber Wing, Fifth Air Force, distinguished himself on 12 January 1953. Lieutenant Gill displayed exceptional courage and dive-bombing skill while attacking four (4) heavy anti-aircraft weapons defending the vital railway and bridge complex at Sinanju, Korea. Although very intense ground fire was encountered in the target area, Lieutenant Gill courageously drove his aircraft through the bursts of flak and dropped his bombs directly on the target, inflicting maximum damage upon the enemy positions. By his personal determination to fulfill his assignment and carry the attack to the enemy, Lieutenant Gill has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
General Orders: All Hands (January 1953)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Chief Aviation Electronicsman Beauregard J. Glenn, 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, 24th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 128 - September 13, 1950
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 First Lieutenant Kenneth Glover (ASN: 0-2045160), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a member of the 24th Infantry Division Artillery, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea from 4 July to 10 August 1950.
General Orders: All Hands - June 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade [then Ensign] William F. Goodman, United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Patrol Squadron SIX (VP-6), during operations against enemy aggressor force in Korea from 8 July 1950 to 28 January 1951. Completing thirty-five missions during this period, he 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, 5th Air Force
General Orders No. 345 - 1953
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 First Lieutenant Fred W. Gray (AFSN: FR-26602), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious achievement in aerial combat against the enemy on 15 December 1952, in Korea. Lieutenant Gray was flying number two position in a flight of four F-86 type aircraft, 51st Fighter Interceptor Wing, Fifth Air Force, on a fighter-bomber escort over North Korea. The flight sighted a flight of four MiG-15 type aircraft, made an intercept, and attacked one of the MiGs. Lieutenant Gray sighted another MiG at six o'clock maneuvering for an attack, bur repeated transmissions failed to reach his leader. Displaying exceptional judgment and reaction, Lieutenant Gray attacked the MiG and inflicted extensive damage as he drove the enemy off his leader's tail. Lieutenant Gray's superior flying ability and judgment have been prominent in the success of his squadron as a fighting unit. Through his skill, courage, and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Gray has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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 Lieutenant Leonard Arlo Gundert (NSN: 0-157638), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as a Flight Leader and Pilot in Carrier Air Group One Hundred Two, attached to the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard, in action against enemy aggressor forces in the Korean Area on 2 September 1951. Leading a flight of Corsairs and Skyraiders in a strike on an important hostile bridge near Changnim-ni, Lieutenant Gundert fought his plane gallantly in the face of a terrific barrage of heavy enemy anti-aircraft fire. Observing the strategic value of the hostile bridge, he spearheaded a second attack which resulted in direct hits on the objective and in the infliction of severe damage on the enemy with only superficial damage to one of his planes. By his skilled leadership and aggressive tactics, he contributed materially to the severing of a vital hostile supply route, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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 Captain [then First Lieutenant] Theodore Wilson Guy (AFSN: 0-1911304), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in armed aerial combat against the enemy as leader of a flight of four F-84 type aircraft assigned to the 474th Fighter Bomber Group, Fifth Air Force, on 10 April 1953. Briefed to perform a last light armed reconnaissance of enemy main supply routes in North Korea, Captain Guy led his flight through below marginal weather to the target area. Shortly after starting his reconnaissance, Captain Guy noticed a train being loaded on a siding north of Yangdok. He skillfully set up a dive bombing attack on the train, and diving his plane to the minimum altitude in spite of extremely intense anti-aircraft fire he released one bomb. Captain Guy's bomb was observed to score a direct hit, and all the bombs dropped by the flight hit in the immediate target area, resulting in eight boxcars being completely destroyed and two rail cuts. As he pulled off the target, Captain Guy noticed a line engine with eight boxcars further along the tracks and expertly maneuvered his flight for another pass. This time Captain Guy and his flight succeeded in derailing all eight boxcars. As the engine attempted to escape, Captain Guy, disregarding the increasingly accurate enemy flak, led his flight on a strafing pass, and his fifty caliber API bullets were observed to go directly through the engine, apparently disabling it. Through his skill, courage and devotion to duty while under fire, Captain Guy has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.