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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Second Lieutenant Charles L. Young (AFSN: AO-2221827), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a B-26 attack bomber in the 3d Bombardment Wing (Light), FIFTH Air Force. Second Lieutenant Young displayed outstanding airmanship and flying ability while on armed reconnaissance over enemy supply routes deep in North Korea on the night of 7 October 1952. A large convoy was sighted and immediately taken under attack in a series of bombing passes. These aggressive and highly effective attacks resulted in the destruction of thirteen supply loaden vehicles; thus depriving the enemy the use of vital supplies and equipment. By his high skill, courage, and devotion to duty, Second Lieutenant Young has brought great credit upon him self, his organization, and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Second Lieutenant

    Regiment:

    3rd Bombardment Wing (L)

    Division:

    5th Air Force

    Action Date:

    October 7, 1952

    Headquarters, 5th Air Force, General Orders No. 83 (February 3, 1953)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Second Lieutenant Charles L. Young (AFSN: AO-2221827), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a B-26 attack bomber in the 3d Bombardment Wing (Light), FIFTH Air Force. Second Lieutenant Young displayed outstanding airmanship and flying ability while on armed reconnaissance over enemy supply routes deep in North Korea on the night of 7 October 1952. A large convoy was sighted and immediately taken under attack in a series of bombing passes. These aggressive and highly effective attacks resulted in the destruction of thirteen supply loaden vehicles; thus depriving the enemy the use of vital supplies and equipment. By his high skill, courage, and devotion to duty, Second Lieutenant Young has brought great credit upon him self, his organization, and the United States Air Force.