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 Thad L. Farris (ASN: 0-1183512), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of Headquarters Company, 24th Infantry Division, from 18 to 27 July 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States ArmyRank:
First LieutenantDivision:
24th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
July 29 – September 27, 1950
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 190 (October 16, 1950)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant Thad L. Farris (ASN: 0-1183512), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of Headquarters Company, 24th Infantry Division, from 29 July to 27 September 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.