Navy Cross

Awarded for actions during the World War I
 

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant, Junior Grade James S. Otis, United States Navy (Reserve Force), for distinguished and heroic service as a Seaplane Pilot in which capacity he made flights for patrolling the sea and bombing the enemy coasts, showing at all times courage and a high spirit of duty.

Action Date: World War I

Service: Navy

Rank: Lieutenant Junior Grade

Company: Pilot

Regiment: Seaplane Detachment

Division: Naval Aviation Forces

Submitted by Doug Bewall RMCM USN Ret