The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Emmett B. Boutwell (NSN: 0-354570), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of Kyushu and Okinawa. As pilot of a carrier-based aircraft during the period 18 March 1945 to 12 May 1945, he participated in twenty strikes and flights over enemy territory and inflicted extensive damage to enemy airfields and installations. His skill and courage were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.