David R. Gibbs

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to David R. Gibbs (0-017165), Major (Air Corps), U.S. Army Air Forces, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Pilot of a B-17 Heavy Bomber in the 30th Bombardment Squadron, 19th Bombardment Group (H), FAR EAST Air Force, in action against enemy Japanese forces on 8 December 194, in the Southwest Pacific Area. The personal courage and devotion to duty displayed by Major Gibbs on this occasion have upheld the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Far East Air Force, and the United States Army Air Forces.

Office of the Department Commander, South West Pacific Command, General Orders No. 2 (1942)