The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Robert Raymond Goodrich (NSN: 0-158245), United States Naval Reserve, for heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in operations against the enemy on Nansei Shoto and Kyushu. As pilot of a carrier-based plane during the period from 18 March 1945 to 7 May 1945 he participated in twenty strikes against enemy shipping, airfields and installations inflicting extensive damage. His skill and courage were at all times inspiring and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.