The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Aviation Machinist’s Mate First Class Jolly Wilburn Britton (NSN: 2727409), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a member of a Patrol Plane crew in Patrol Squadron FORTY-SEVEN (VP-47) during the Korean Conflict. Participating in thirty-six strike missions against enemy forces during the period 2 July 1950 through 25 December 1950, 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.