The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Frederick E. Briggs (MCSN: 0-29612), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of Iwo Jima, Kyushu and Okinawa. As pilot of a carrier-based fighter plane during the period 19 February 1945 to 9 May 1945, he participated in twenty strikes against enemy shipping, airfields, and installations, inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.