Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate

    Action Date:

    January 15 – 27, 1942

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate John David Brewer (NSN: 3682180), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in the Pacific Area from 15 January 1942 to 27 January 1942. Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Brewer 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.