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Headquarters, 5th Air Force
General Orders No. 229 - April 18, 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 First Lieutenant Thomas H. Waggoner (AFSN: AO-1909948), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on 24 September 1951, in Korea.
General Orders: Board Serial 368 (April 9, 1951)
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Ensign William George Wagner (NSN: 0-301502), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a Fighter Plane in Composite Squadron Sixty-Two (VC-62), attached to U.S.S. Leyte (CV-32 on his Twelfth Photographic Reconnaissance flight against enemy forces in Korea, on 28 November 1950.
he President of the United States takes great pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Wallie W. Waltonen for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight over enemy-held North Korea on 3 May 1953. Flying as Pilot of a B-26 type aircraft, 17th Bombardment Wing Light, Fifth Air force, engaged in a night-interdiction mission, Lieutenant Waltonen displayed outstanding airmanship and flying skill. In the vicinity of Singo-san, Korea, a large enemy convoy was sighted. Six bombing attacks were made which caused six secondary explosions and four sustained fires and resulted in the destruction of nine vehicles. These attacks were pressed over hazardous mountain terrain despite intense fire from enemy automatic weapons and were continued until all ordnance was expended. As a result of this highly successful mission, vital enemy supplies and transportation facilities were destroyed. By his high personal courage and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Waltonen brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
General Orders: All Hands (February 1953)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Machinist's Mate Second Class George E. Waner, 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.
By direction of the President, First Lieutenant James C. Warren, United States Air Force, has been awarded the First Oak Leaf Cluster to the Distinguished Flying Cross. James C. Warren distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight over enemy held North Korea on 4 May 1953. Flying as navigator-bombardier of a B-26 type aircraft, 17th Bombardment Wing Light, Fifth Air Force, engaged in a night interdiction mission, Lieutenant Warren displayed outstanding bombing and navigation skill. In spite of sub marginal weather and restricted visibility a large convoy of enemy vehicles was sighted near Singosan, Korea. Numerous bombing attacks were made causing fourteen secondary explosions and five sustained fires which resulted in the destruction of eleven vehicles and damaged numerous additional vehicles. These attacks were pressed over hazardous mountain terrain despite the ever present threat of fire from enemy automatic weapons and attack by enemy aircraft and were continued until all ordnance was expended. As a result of this highly successful mission vital enemy supplies and transportation facilities were destroyed. By his personal courage, devotion to duty and outstanding ability, Lieutenant Warren has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. James
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 Glenn Everett Wasson (AFSN: FR-21904), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on the night of 1 September 1952, as Navigator-Bombardier of a B-26 attack bomber, 3d Bombardment Wing (L), FIFTH Air Force. Lieutenant Wasson displayed outstanding airmanship and navigational skill while vectoring his bomber on armed reconnaissance over the enemy's main supply route between Kwalsen and Sinchon, North Korea. A large convoy was sighted and immediately brought under attack. Despite intense and accurate hostile anti-aircraft fire which damaged the aircraft, Lieutenant Wasson, utilizing superior bombing skill, scored several direct hits on three lucrative targets and further directed the pilot on a series of glide bombing passes. These aggressive attacks resulted in the destruction of four enemy vehicles by fire and explosion, thereby depriving the enemy of vitally needed supplies and equipment. By his high skill, courage and devotion to duty, Lieutenant Wasson has reflected credit upon himself, his organization 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 Major William Henry Wescott (AFSN: AO-665478), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Fighter Pilot of the 25th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron, 51st Fighter-Interceptor Group, Fifth Air Force, in Korea on 13 April 1952. Leading a flight of four F-86 type aircraft, Major Wescott's flight, flying at an altitude of approximately thirty-three thousand feet, sighted a flight of four MiG-15 type aircraft, west of Sinuiju, Korea. Pressing the attack, Major Wescott closed to a very close range on number four man of the MiG-15 formation and fired several short bursts making a direct hit on the fuselage, causing internal explosion and the pilot to bail out. Major Wescott, with display of aggressiveness and high professional skill, attacked number three man of the MiG-15 formation and again made string direct hits on the fuselage causing an internal explosion. The MiG-15 began to burn and spin until it crashed in the vicinity of Sinuiju. By the destruction of two MiG-15 type aircraft, Major Wescott demonstrated outstanding leadership, courage and flying ability and has brought great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 247 - 25 October 1950
Corporal Charles R. Wheeler, RA14159667, Artillery, 8th Field Artillery Battalion, United States Army. During the period 24 July to 10 September 1950 in Korea, Corporal Wheeler performed fifty combat missions in support of the 25th Infantry Division. Despite antiaircraft and small arms fire and hazards of weather and mountainous terrain they flew close-in missions to spot targets for United Nations aircraft and obtain valuable reconnaissance information. His untiring and courageous work was of inestimable value to the success of Division operations. Entered the military service from Tennessee.
Whisner, MAJ William Thomas Jr. (3rd Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster)
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major William Thomas Whisner, Jr. (AFSN: 0-16324A/0-798190), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Fighter Pilot, 25th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron, 5th Fighter-Interceptor Wing, FIFTH Air Force, on 6 January 1952. While flying as flight leader, in a flight of four F-86 type aircraft, Major Whisner and his element spotted two MiG's heading south near the Yalu River. Diving on the MiG's the two F-86's closed to within five thousand feet of them. The MiG's split and Major Whisner followed the one to the left. Major Whisner pressed his attack, closing to four hundred feet. He fired several short bursts and the MiG began to burn and tumble. The MiG hit the ground and exploded. By his aggressiveness and skill, Major Whisner has brought great credit to himself and the United States Air Force.
General Orders: All Hands - October 1953
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Structural Mechanic First Class Carl W. Whitesel, 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.
By direction of the President, Capt. Harold R. Wickham, AO-821130, United States Air Force, has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. Capt. Harold R. Wickham, on the night of 2 February 1953, distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a pilot of an unarmed RB-26 of the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, Night Photo. Captain Wickham was assigned the mission of railroad reconnaissance of the East Coast of North Korea. The mission was coordinated with intruder aircraft and the primary run was to seek out and destroy enemy locomotives. In the vicinity of Munchon, a locomotive was sighted and intruder aircraft were vectored to the target. With the arrival of intruder aircraft, Captain Wickham dropped flares in order to light up the target area for attack. In spite of intense and concentrated flak, Captain Wickham made three runs for the purpose of lighting the target area, and remained in the area until intruder aircraft had expended their ordnance, and then obtained photographic coverage of the target. The coolness, devotion to duty, and courage displayed by Captain Wickham reflects great credit on himself and on the United States Air Force.
General Orders: All Hands (February 1953)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Maurice C. Willis, 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.
Lieutenant George N. Wilson is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism and extraordinary achievement in aerial flight as Pilot of a Fighter Plane in Fighter Squadron Six Hundred Fifty Three, based on board the U.S.S. Valley Forge, during operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 13 May 1952. While flying as a member of a group of five planes on a special interdiction mission against the vital enemy rail net in the heavily defended area of northeast Korea, Lieutenant Wilson participated in numerous daring attacks on the objective in the face of intense hostile anti-aircraft fire to destroy an enemy locomotive, a tender and sixteen boxcars, and severely damaged a second locomotive. Although his plane was damaged by hostile fire, he unhesitatingly continued his search for enemy trains and, proceeding to the village of Munchon, pressed home three determined attacks to personally destroy one large locomotive and tender, and inflict major damage upon a second locomotive. By his outstanding courage, skilled airmanship and loyal devotion to duty, Lieutenant Wilson contributed materially to the success of the mission and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.