The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Philip G. Mack, Jr., United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement, while service as Pilot of a B-17 airplane of the 323 Bombardment Squadron, 91st Bombardment Group (H), on twenty-five bombardment missions over enemy occupied Continental Europe during World War II. Displaying great courage and skill, Lieutenant Mack, has materially aided in the success of each of the twenty-five missions and his actions are an inspiring example for his fellow flyers. The courage, coolness and skill displayed by Lieutenant Mack on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.