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 (Infantry) Ray H. Hattlestad (ASN: 0-1320455), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea during the period from 1 August to 24 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.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Captain (Infantry)Regiment:
21st Infantry RegimentDivision:
24th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
September 25 – November 27, 1950
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 259 (December 13, 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 Captain (Infantry) Ray H. Hattlestad (ASN: 0-1320455), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea during the period from 25 September 1950 to 27 November 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.