The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman First Class William Hart Bergin (NSN: 2504582), United States Navy, for heroism while participating in aerial flight. As gunner of a Scouting Squadron SIX (VS-6) airplane in the Battle of Midway, 4 to 6 June 1942, he courageously rendered all possible assistance to his pilot. In the face of heavy anti-aircraft and fighter opposition, he kept his pilot continuously informed as to the situation while taking all necessary steps to ward off the furious and continuous enemy attacks. His dogged determination and courage were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.