The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Electronicsman First Class James N. Allred (NSN: 8726310), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a member of a Patrol Plane in Patrol Squadron FORTY-ONE (VP-41). Participating in numerous missions against hostile North Korean forces during the period 21 August 1950 to 2 February 1951, he added greatly to the success of his squadron. Chief Aviation Electronicsman completed thirty-five missions. His courage, skill, and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.