Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Radioman Third Class

    Action Date:

    October 25, 1944

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman Third Class Russell Henry Bowen, Jr. (NSN: 6363017), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against enemy carrier task forces in the vicinity of the Northern Philippine Islands on 25 October 1944. As Radioman and Tail Gunner his cool performance of duty in the face of airborne opposition and intense and accurate anti-aircraft fire contributed much to the success of the mission enabling his pilot to score a torpedo hit on an enemy battleship. His skill and courage were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Radioman Third Class

    Action Date:

    August 9 – September 9, 1944

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman Third Class Russell Henry Bowen, Jr. (NSN: 6363017), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in the Pacific Area from 4 August to 9 September 1944. Aviation Radioman Third Class Bowen completed twenty flights in a combat area where enemy anti-aircraft fire was expected to be effective or where enemy aircraft patrols usually occurred. His conduct throughout has distinguished him among those performing duties of the same character.