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A total of 1356 have been awarded. 1353 to individuals
There is no complete listing of recipients of the Distinguished Flying Cross, which was the earliest medal established for valor in aerial combat. This is the criteria for receiving the medal: Criteria: The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, distinguishes himself by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. The performance of the act of heroism must be evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty. The extraordinary achievement must have resulted in an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding as to clearly set the individual apart from his comrades or from other persons in similar circumstances. Awards will be made only to recognize single acts of heroism or extraordinary achievement and will not be made in recognition of sustained operational activities against an armed enemy.
There were four distinguished flying cross awards been gave out. The four people that have this award are Major Herbert A. Dargue, Captains Ira C. Eaker, Muir S. Fairchild, and 1st Lt. Ennis C. Whitehead.
The Victoria Cross is awarded to heros of Great Britain (although recipients are of many nationalities). List of recipients linked below
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Because its easier to get into Britain from a European country.
The people of distinguished valor or enterprise in danger are Heroes.
10 people have been awarded
Heroes
Amelia Mary Earhart was an American aviation pioneer and author. Earhart was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She received the U.S. Distinguished Flying Cross for this record.
The last name Hockman has its origin from the North Germans and Dutch. It is a distinguished family name that emerged among industrious people, who were an important political ally of Britain in the middle ages.
Their chain-of-command recommends and approves the citation. The medals are usually awarded in a formal ceremony, but they can be awarded in other situations, such as the Purple Heart is often given to the soldier while they are in the hospital.