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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: William D. Patterson, Jr. (MCSN: 0-10971), United States Marine Corps, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in Korea.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Action Date:

    August 6 – November 25, 1952
    Heroes U.S. Marine Corps, 1861 – 1955: Jane Blakeney

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: William D. Patterson, Jr. (MCSN: 0-10971), United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in Korea during the period from 6 August through 25 November 1952.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Heroes U.S. Marine Corps 1861 – 1955 (Jane Blakeney)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: William D. Patterson, Jr. (MCSN: 0-10971), United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight during World War II.