Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Regiment:

    Patrol Wing 4

    Action Date:

    June – July 1942

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Peter F. Boyle (NSN: 0-74837), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as First Pilot of a Patrol Plane in Patrol Wing FOUR, during the Aleutian Islands Campaign of June to July 1942. Lieutenant Boyle demonstrated courage, zeal, and willingness to meet the enemy in combat in spite of severe weather conditions. He participated in numerous night patrols in the presence of enemy units, has engaged in successful combat with enemy aircraft, and in bombing raids on enemy installations, and contributed greatly to the efficiency of his squadron by invaluable ground work. His courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.