The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Machinist’s Mate First Class Aaron Louis Beveridge (NSN: 3763166), United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in the Southwest Pacific Area. On 5 December 1944, Aviation Machinist’s Mate First Class Beveridge, as Plane Captain of a Navy Search Bomber on patrol deep in enemy territory, contributed to the destruction of two enemy merchant ships. On 7 December 1944, he directly contributed to the destruction of six enemy vessels and one enemy aircraft. Despite intense enemy fire he performed his duties in such a cool, courageous way, that he materially aided in the destruction of all enemy forces encountered. His devotion to duty through many hazardous missions, his unfailing courage and skill while engaged in combat with the enemy were in accordance with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.