Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Action Date:

    May 13 – 14, 1945

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant George William Bruehl, United States Naval Reserve, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a carrier-based torpedo bomber on the night of 13 – 14 May 1945. Alone, without escort or fighter cover, he remained over a strongly defended airfield on the Japanese mainland for more than two hours making repeated bombing and strafing runs which caused numerous fires and explosions and the probable destruction of several grounded aircraft. His intrepidity and skill were an inspiration and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.