The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Paul A. Anderson, United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of Nansei Shoto. As pilot of a carrier-based fighter plane during the period 10 April 1945 to 9 June 1945, he participated in twenty strikes against enemy shipping, 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.