- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Ensign
- Unit:
- Pilot, Fighting Squadron 20 (VF-20), U.S. Navy
- Awarded on:
- January 31st, 1945
Citation:
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a carrier-based fighter aircraft in Fighting Squadron TWENTY (VF-20), on a strike against a Japanese Fleet on 24 October 1944, in the vicinity of the Philippine Islands. With complete disregard for his own personal safety and in the face of intense anti-aircraft fire, he attacked and scored rocket hits on a destroyer causing consider damage. His coolness, courage and skill were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
Commander 1st Carrier Task Force Pacific: Serial 046 (January 31, 1945).