VMD-154 Letters of Commendation
SUBJECT: VMD-154 RECOMMENDATION FOR LETTER OF COMMENDATION
FROM: THE COMMANDING OFFICER
TO: THE COMMANDER AIRCRAFT, SOUTH PACIFIC FORCE
VIA: THE COMMANDING GENERAL, FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING, FMF
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION FOR LETTER OF COMMENDATION, CASES OF:
Rank, Name, Flying Hours In Combat Zone
MTSgt. ANDERSON, Earl M., 404.2
Corp. BORSTEIN, Paul, 224.3
StfSgt. BOWEN, Myron J., 266.9
MTSgt. BROWN, George H., 436.7
StfSgt. CASEY, Daniel J., 405.6
MTSgt. CAUDLE, James B., 328.9
Sgt. CLARK, James R., 254.3
StfSgt. CROSS, Daniel E., 253.3
MTSgt. DUPLAIN, Frank J. Jr., 320.2
Corp. ELLIS, Bruce W., 295.7
StfSgt. FOY, Harry F. Jr., 207.7
TSgt. FRY, David E., 209.0
Corp. GREEN, Jerry D., 314.2
Pfc. HANSEN, Donald S., 249.6
TSgt. HARDIN, Harley S., 244.1
TSgt. HARRIS, Edward W., 416.8
Sgt. HEATH, Eldo C. Jr., 240.9
Sgt. HERMAN, Ronald P., 209.5
Sgt. HOPKINS, William E., 215.0
Corp. JOHNSON, Dennis E., 355.8
MTSgt. JONES, Leverett E., 268.4
TSgt. JOYCE, Howard P., 216.0
Sgt. KOON, Arvel D., 230.2
MTSgt. LISICKY, Joseph F., 351.4
TSgt. MANION, Henry G., 238.2
Sgt. McINTOSH, Willard E., 311.8
Sgt. McLAURIN, Kincaid, 257.6
Sgt. MODZELEWSKI, Edward R., 265.7
Sgt. MOSS, Robert P., 219.8
TSgt. NASCHINSKI, Emil F., 419.5
Corp. ROMELFANGER, Vincent, 251.8
TSgt. SHELTON, John R. Jr., 423.1
StfSgt. SHEWMAKER, Donald W., 230.4
Pfc. SMITH, Robert W., 226.2
Corp. TARVER, Jack A., 366.9
StfSgt. TAVARY, Raymond A., 412.2
TSgt. TIMEUS, Charles R., 266.7
Corp. TRUDELL, Raymond T., 355.9
TSgt. TUSZYNSKI, Lucian A., 203.6
StfSgt. WALTERS, Elmer N., 358.3
StfSgt. WEDHOLM, Ernest W., 282.4
1. It is recommended that Letters of Commendation be given to the men indicated for participation in the actions described below.
2. During the period from 10 November 1942 until 15 August 1943, the Photographic PB4Y-1 airplanes of this squadron have operated continuously in the Solomon Islands on photographic missions over enemy territory. During this period the above listed men have been members of the combat crews for the planes of this squadron. Each man has more than 200 combat hours on photographic or reconnaissance missions. Acting in the various capacities as navigators, aerial gunners, flight engineers, radiomen, and photographers, these men have been of inestimable value and assistance to the success of this squadron and in the pursuance of the war against Japan. Their work in the face of enemy opposition was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
3. The following is a suggested citation for the above listed men:
CITATION
"For meritorious conduct in frequent aerial flights over enemy territory, during the period from 10 November 1942 until 15 August 1943, while serving as members of combat crews of Marine Photographic Squadron One Fifty-four. Having been subjected to heavy anti aircraft fire many times, and in contact with enemy aerial opposition, these men conducted themselves with a high degree of skill and efficiency, resulting in the successful completion of the photographic missions of this squadron. Their performance of duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
Elliott E. Bard
[Note from the webmaster: The resulting citation described above was issued on the stationery of SOUTH PACIFIC FORCE of the United States Pacific Fleet, Headquarters of the Commander. Citations were signed by W. F. HALSEY, Admiral, U. S. Navy.]
4. VMD-154 PERSONAL CITATIONS
AIR MEDAL:
Capt. B. G. MYKING
Capt. L. R. STEWARD
Maj. L. L. FRANK
Maj. W. G. THRASH
Capt. V. O. ULLMAN
Capt. J. P. LONG
Capt. E. MILES
TSgt. E. E. ANDERSON
StfSgt. W. T. MOREING
Sgt. J. F. LISICKY
StfSgt. J. R. SHELTON
MSgt. L. D. JONES
Sgt. H. S. HARDIN
Pfc. J. A. TARVER
Pfc. D. E. JOHNSON
DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS:
Lt.Col. E. E. BARD
Maj. A. B. GALATIAN Jr.
Capt. G. E. GRAY
Capt. A. W. CAMPBELL
Capt. W. U. GRAY
PURPLE HEART:
Capt. G. E. GRAY
PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION:
VMD-154