Navy Cross
Award
The Navy Cross is the United States Naval Service's second-highest military decoration awarded for Sailors and Marines who distinguish themselves for extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. Wikipedia
Awarded for: Extraordinary heroism in combat
Equivalent: Army: Distinguished Service Cross; Air and Space Forces: Air Force Cross; Coast Guard: Coast Guard Cross
First awarded: 1919
Next (higher): Medal of Honor
Presented by: United States Department of the Navy
Total: c. 5,400 (as of December 2017)