Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Chief Aviation Ordnanceman

    Action Date:

    September 13 – December 30, 1945

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Joseph E. Brooks (NSN: 3933482), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in sustained operational flight missions in the Pacific Theater from 13 September 1945 to 30 December 1945, during which hostile contact was probable and expected. The courage and devotion to duty displayed during these flights reflect great credit on the military service.