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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Commander Thomas D. Harris, United States Navy, was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander Carrier Air Group NINE, from 31 January to July 1953. (Commander Harris is authorized to wear the Combat “V”.)

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Regiment:

    Carrier Air Group 9

    Action Date:

    June 15, 1953
    All Hands (June 1954)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Commander Thomas D. Harris, United States Navy, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Commanding Officer, Carrier Air Group NINE, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 15 June 1953.