Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Electronicsman Second Class

    Batallion:

    Patrol Squadron 42 (VP-42)

    Action Date:

    August 20 – December 31, 1950

    All Hands (September 1952)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Electronicsman Second Class Harlan Wayne Bigler (NSN: 8709014), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as member of a Patrol Plane in Patrol Squadron FORTY-TWO (VP-42). Participating in thirty-six missions against enemy forces during the period 20 August 1950 to 2 February 1951, in areas where enemy aircraft and anti-aircraft fire could be expected, he contributed materially to the success of his squadron. His skill, courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.