Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Ensign

    Division:

    U.S.S. Wasp (CV-18)

    Action Date:

    February 16, 1945

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Ensign Keith Lester Brown (NSN: 354568), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on 16 February 1945, in operations against the enemy in the Tokyo Bay Area. Flying through intense and accurate anti-aircraft fire, he pressed home an aggressive strafing attack upon a major enemy airfield, destroying four enemy fighter planes. His skill and courage were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.