Charles L. Sheridan

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles L. Sheridan, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action on Hill No. 230, near Cierges, France, July 31 and August 1, 1918. Captain Sheridan demonstrated notable courage and leadership by taking command of the remnants of two companies and leading them up the hill and into the woods against violent fire from the enemy. His grit and leadership inspired his men to force the enemy back. He personally shot and killed three of the enemy and under his direction six machines were put out of action and the hill captured.