Esric C. Gumbs

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Esric C. Gumbs, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Authe and Sy, France, November 2 – 4, 1918. Private Gumbs, while acting as battalion runner, repeatedly crossed areas subjected to heavy shell and machine-gun fire, carrying messages to and from flank companies. His work, performed with unhesitating devotion to duty, materially contributed to the successful advance of his battalion.