The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Staff Sergeant Jackson A. Tupper (ASN: 31152260), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Gunner of a B-24 airplane of the 392d Bombardment Group over enemy-occupied Continental Europe during World War II. Displaying great courage and skill, Staff Sergeant Tupper, fighting from his gun position, has warded off many enemy attacks and has materially aided in the successful completion of each of these missions. The courage, coolness, and exceptional skill displayed by this enlisted man on all these occasions reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.