(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major (Air Corps) John Earl Atkinson (ASN: 0-24096), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Deputy Commanding Officer, 831st Bombardment Group, FIFTEENTH Air Force, during World War II. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.