Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Machinist’s Mate Third Class

    Batallion:

    Helicopter Squadron 1

    Action Date:

    June 13, 1952

    All Hands (January 1954)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Aviation Machinist’s Mate Third Class Robert A. McDaniel, United States Navy, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Helicopter Squadron ONE, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 13 June 1952.