Distinguished Flying Cross

noun

Military. a decoration awarded for heroic or extraordinary achievement while on aerial duty.
British Military. a decoration awarded for similar achievement while in flying operations against an enemy. : D.F.C.

On our last visit, we noticed a whole pallet of Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Silver Star certificates.

For his skill in guiding the plane and its crew to safety, Osborn was awarded a Distinguished Flying Cross.

Francis Mellersh was twice awarded Britain's Distinguished Flying Cross and was recommended for the Victoria Cross.

He won the Distinguished Flying Cross for saving his plane and crew.

She also earned a Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor and was recognized as the USO Female Soldier of the Year.

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