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Aviation Radioman Second Class John Brennan (NSN: 3055066), United States Naval Reserve, was held as a Prisoner of War in the Soviet Union after he was shot down and captured during World War II.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Aviation Radioman First Class

    Action Date:

    July 8 – 21, 1944

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Aviation Radioman First Class John Brennan (NSN: 3055066/o-234117), United States Navy, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight from 8 to 21 July 1944. Aviation Radioman First Class Brennan 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.