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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant, Junior Grade

    Action Date:

    June 1 – 15, 1942

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade William J. Bowers (NSN: 0-83320), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a Patrol Plane Commander. During the Aleutian Islands Campaign, 1 to 15 June 1942, he repeatedly gained and maintained contact with enemy surface ships at sea. He participated in all-night aerial patrols and bombing attacks on ships in Kiska Harbor in the face of overwhelming air and anti-aircraft opposition and in extremely hazardous weather conditions. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.