Player Embed Code: Download Embed Share DoD News In Focus: Most Decorated Flight Defense.gov Jan. 26, 2017 | 4:34 Army Air Forces pilot Capt. Jay Zeamer and his crew piloted their B-17 Flying Fortress on one of the most daring aerial missions of World War II. Sent on a photo reconnaissance mission on June 16, 1943, he and his men fended off 17 enemy fighters while accomplishing their mission. From this near-suicide mission, the crew would be awarded two Medals of Honor and seven Distinguished Service Crosses.