The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman Second Class Raymond Browning Bailey, United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Radioman Gunner of a dive bomber on a strike against the Japanese Battle Fleet at sea on 20 June 1944. Knowing that the flight was at extreme range which would probably end with a night water landing, and that the attack was against the main enemy fleet, he showed great determination in the face of the enemy and was a source of inspiration and confidence to his pilot. When his plane was forced to make a crash water landing due to damage received from anti-aircraft fire, his coolness and efficiency contributed materially to the successful rescue which was subsequently effected. His devotion to duty under these trying circumstances was particularly outstanding. His conduct throughout the operation was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.