Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

First Lieutenant

Unit:

Pilot, 66th Fighter Squadron, 57th Fighter Group, 9th Air Force, USAAF

Awarded on:

1943

Citation:
"For gallantry in action against the enemy as a Fighter Pilot of the 66th Fighter Squadron, 57th Fighter Group, NINTH Air Force, in action against the enemy in aerial combat in the Mediterranean Theater of Action on 18 April 1943. On this date, Lieutenant Cleaveland shot down five JU-52 aircraft. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army Air Forces."

Headquarters, 9th Air Force, General Orders No. 49 (1943)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

First Lieutenant

Unit:

Pilot, 66th Fighter Squadron, 57th Fighter Group, 9th Air Force, USAAF

Citation:
"For extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Fighter Pilot of the 66th Fighter Squadron, 57th Fighter Group, NINTH Air Force, in action against the enemy in aerial combat in the Mediterranean Theater of Action during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States."