William Henry Wellen

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to William Henry Wellen, Ensign, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in operations against the enemy while serving as Pilot of a carrier-based Navy Bomber, in action on 7 April 1945, during a daring strike against the enemy fleet in the East China Sea. His outstanding courage and determined skill were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.