The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Lewis E. Bobbitt, Jr. (MCSN: 0-48445), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for heroism while participating in aerial flight against the enemy in Korea on 4 June 1952. While attached to a Marine Observation Squadron as a pilot, First Lieutenant Bobbitt was flying a slow, unarmed observation type aircraft on an artillery spotting mission behind the enemy lines when his observer spotted considerable troop activity around a reported bivouac and supply area. Although the target was in an area where anti-aircraft fire could be constantly expected, First Lieutenant Bobbitt unhesitatingly began to orbit the indicated area, giving the observer maximum observation of the target and ensuring rapid adjustment on the target with artillery fire. During the accomplishment of this mission his aircraft was subjected to anti-aircraft and automatic weapons fire. He skillfully maneuvered his plane, keeping the primary target under observation while locating the source of anti-aircraft fire. The observer was then able to adjust artillery fire on the anti-aircraft position. First Lieutenant Bobbitt remained over the area until the fire mission was complete, returning to base long after dark and his estimated time of return. His devotion to duty contributed to the infliction of numerous casualties and material damage on the enemy. First Lieutenant Bobbitt’s heroic actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.