The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Byron C. Allison (MCSN: 0-32590), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in connection with military operations against the enemy in the Ryukyu Islands during the period 1 July to 22 July 1945. First Lieutenant Allison’s aerial skill and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.