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Lieutenant, Junior Grade James M. Bouldin (NSN: 0-326228), United States Naval Reserve, was captured after he was shot down in April 1945 and was held by the Japanese as a Prisoner of War until the end of hostilities in September 1945.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant, Junior Grade

    Batallion:

    Bombing Fighting Squadron 83 (VBF-83)

    Action Date:

    March 18 – April 16, 1945

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade James Milton Bouldin (NSN: 0-326228), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of Nansei Shoto and Kyushu, Japan. As pilot of a carrier-based plane during the period 18 March 1945 to 16 April 1945, he participated in twenty missions against enemy airfields and installations, inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.