Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Radioman Second Class

    Batallion:

    Scouting Squadron 8 (VS-8)

    Action Date:

    June 6, 1942

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman Second Class Harmon L. Brendle, United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in an aerial flight on 6 June 1942. Aviation Radioman Second Class Brendle participated in the bombing and strafing of fleeing enemy forces. In the face of heavy anti-aircraft fire Aviation Radioman Second Class Brendle, as radioman and free gunner took part in the attack on the enemy, contributing to their merciless destruction and to the victory achieved.