The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade William Henderson Burnett, United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of the Volcano and Ryukyu Islands. As pilot of an escort carrier-based Fighter Plane during the period 16 February 1945 to 7 June 1945, he completed forty strikes and flight s against enemy positions, installations, and material, inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States NavyRank:
Lieutenant, Junior GradeAction Date:
February 16 – March 20, 1945
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade William Henderson Burnett, United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in operations against the enemy in the vicinity of the Volcano and Ryukyu Islands. As pilot of an escort carrier-based Fighter Plane during the period 16 February 1945 to 20 March 1945, he 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.