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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Batallion:

    Composite Squadron 97 (VC-97)

    Division:

    U.S.S. Shipley Bay (CVE-85)

    Action Date:

    April 9 – May 18, 1945

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Philip N. Brophy (NSN: 0-116757), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights as a Pilot in Composite Squadron NINTY-SEVEN (VC-97), embarked in U.S.S. SHIPLEY BAY (CVE-85), in operations against Japanese held bases in the vicinity of Nansei Shoto. As a pilot of a carrier-based plane during the period 9 April 1945 to 18 May 1945, he participated in twenty strikes against enemy shipping, airfields, and installations, inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.