The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Ensign Don T. Griswold (NSN: 0-104218), United States Navy, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a Scouting Plane, in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Battle of Midway on 6 June 1942. Participating in persistent bombing and strafing attacks against fleeing enemy forces, Ensign Griswold, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, pressed home his attack with calm courage and vigorous determination, until shot down by a fierce barrage of anti-aircraft fire. By his fearless loyalty and uncompromising devotion to duty on this occasion, he contributed materially to the victory achieved by our forces, conducting himself in keeping with the highest traditions f the United States Naval Service and gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country.