Distinguished Service Cross. Awarded for extraordinary heroism against the enemy.

  Distinguished Service Medal. Awarded for exceptionally meritorious service in a duty of great responsibility.

Silver Star. Awarded for gallantry in action against an armed enemy, or while serving. 

  Legion of Merit. Awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in performance of outstanding service.

  Distinguished Flying Cross. Awarded for heroism or extraordinary achievement in aerial flight.

Soldier's Medal. Awarded for heroism not involving actual armed combat with an enemy.