Thomas J. Kilcourse
Born: at New York, New York
Home Town: Washington, Washington, D.C.
Authority - USMC Communiqué: (9 May 1928)
The Navy Cross is presented to Thomas J. Kilcourse, First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism, coolness and excellent judgment in the performance of duty in an engagement near Quilali, Nicaragua on 30 December 1927. Lieutenant Kilcourse, by his great personal courage, skill and high quality of leadership contributed largely to the success of his detachment in this engagement.