The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman First Class William C. Humphrey, Jr., United States Navy, for heroism while participating in aerial flight Free Gunner and Radio Operator of a United States Naval airplane in the Battle of Midway, 4 to 6 June 1942. His unflinching devotion to duty and his courageous determination in returning the fire of enemy Japanese fighters enabled his pilot to press home an attack against concentrated anti-aircraft fire and violent fighter opposition. His marked integrity in maintaining continuous fire in the face of such tremendous odds and his complete disregard for his own personal safety were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.