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MAAS, CHARLES S.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company F, 167th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles S. Maas, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Croix Rouge Farm, France, July 26, 1918. Corporal Maas voluntarily went out under a terrific machine-gun fire to the rescue of his commanding officer, who had been wounded.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Selma, AL

MAASS, CHARLES
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 15 - 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles Maas, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Mihiel, France, September 15 - 16, 1918. After all the other company runners had been evacuated because of wounds, Private Maass, although himself wounded, refused to go to the rear and remained on duty, carrying messages through heavy shell fire and maintaining liaison with all four platoons until his company was relieved.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Swarthmore, PA

MABE, JAMES D.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James D. Mabe, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Having been severely wounded in the shoulder by shrapnel early in the attack, Private Mabe refused to leave his platoon, and, after losing his rifle, armed himself with grenades and cleaned out numerous enemy dugouts. Not until his company had taken his position for the night did he go to the rear.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Madison, NC

MACAROVSKY, HERMAN
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman Macarovsky, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Blanc Mont Ridge, France, October 3, 1918. All of his superior officers killed or wounded, Sergeant Macarovsky took command of and organized his company under heavy shell fire. He then led it to the attack, captured or killed many Germans, and put several machine-gun nests out of action.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Paul, MN

MACARTHUR, DOUGLAS
(First Award)
Brigadier General, U.S. Army
Chief of Staff, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: March 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Douglas MacArthur, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Salient-du-Feys, France, March 9, 1918. When Company D, 168th Infantry, was under severe attack in the salient du Feys, France, General MacArthur voluntarily joined it, upon finding that he could do so without interfering with his normal duties, and by his coolness and conspicuous courage aided materially in its success.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Milwaukee, WI
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MACARTHUR, DOUGLAS
(Second Award)
Brigadier General, U.S. Army
Chief of Staff, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14 - 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Douglas MacArthur, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for distinguished service near Cote-de-Chatillon, France, October 14 - 16, 1918: As brigade commander General MacArthur personally led his men and by the skillful maneuvering of his brigade made possible the capture of Hills 288, 242, and the Cote-de- Chatillon, France, October 14, 15, and 16, 1918. He displayed indomitable resolution and great courage in rallying broken lines and in reforming attacks, thereby making victory possible. On a field where courage was the rule, his courage was the dominant feature.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Milwaukee, WI
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MACAULEY, MALCOLM A.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Malcolm A. Macauley, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bouresches, France, July 20, 1918. On July 20, Private Macauley repeatedly carried messages through a field swept by a terrific machine-gun fire. At one time he crawled to a brook through this machine-gun fire and returned with water to two wounded men, giving them first aid and assisting them to the rear.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Springfield, MA

MACBETH, EDWIN
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 111th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin MacBeth, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismette, France, August 10, 1918. Sergeant Macbeth and another soldier voluntarily went through heavy machinegun fire to carry an important message to an advanced unit. Attracted by the cries of a wounded soldier while they were returning they went to his assistance and were endeavoring to rescue him when Sergeant Macbeth's companion was fatally wounded. Being unable to bring in the two wounded men by himself this soldier returned to the line and secured assistance.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pittsburgh, PA

MACCORMACK, ROBERT S.
Sergeant Major, U.S. Army
316th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert S. MacCormack, Sergeant Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Hill 378, the Borne-du-Cornouiller, France, November 4, 1918. During an enemy counterattack which resulted in the temporary recapture of the Borne-du- Cornouiller, the enemy swept over the position. Sergeant Major MacCormack and his battalion commander, the later being seriously wounded, were alone in the second line of trenches. Although entirely surrounded by overwhelming numbers of the enemy, Sergeant Major MacCormack gallantly stood his ground, firing his automatic pistol at enemy soldiers until ordered to surrender by his wounded commanding officer. After being captured he assisted the wounded officer to the enemy lines amid terrific artillery fire from his own lines. Ordered by his battalion commander to leave him and seek shelter, he refused, remaining under constant and intense American fire for three hours while assisting the wounded officer to a place of safety. Sergeant Major MacCormack displayed extraordinary heroism under fire and a soldierly devotion to his commanding officer.
General Orders No. No. 12, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MACDERMUT, CHARLES K.
Captain, U.S. Army
314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles K. MacDermut, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Moirey, France, November 10, 1918. Although seriously wounded by three machinegun bullets while reconnoitering, Captain MacDermut continued to direct his troops and refused to receive medical treatment or to allow stretcher bearers to come to the exposed position until night.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Leonia, NJ

MACDONALD, BEATRICE MARY
Reserve Nurse, U.S. Army
Nurse Corps
Date of Action: August 17, 1917
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Beatrice Mary MacDonald, Reserve Nurse, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism while on duty with the surgical team at the British Casualty Clearing Station No. 61, British Area, August 17, 1917. During a German night air raid Nurse MacDonald continued at her post of duty, caring for the sick and wounded until seriously wounded by a German bomb, thereby losing one eye.
General Orders No. No. 17, W.D., 1926
Home Town: New York, NY

*MACDONALD, DOUGLAS
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Douglas MacDonald, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 11, 1918. While acting as a litter bearer, Private MacDonald was painfully wounded in the hand by a machine-gun bullet, but refused to go to a dressing station, continuing to administer first aid to wounded under constant machine-gun and shell fire. On one occasion when a comrade had been buried by an exploding shell, Private MacDonald rushed two hundred yards into the open and worked under heavy fire at rescuing him. He was later killed by shell fire while giving aid to a wounded man.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Oliver Mills, PA

*MACDONALD, WILLIAM J. A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
167th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William J. A. MacDonald, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Landres-et-St. Georges, France, October 14, 1918. When the platoon commanded by Lieutenant MacDonald began the attack, it encountered a tremendously heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Lieutenant MacDonald, realizing the difficult and hazardous position his men were in, and with utter disregard of his own personal safety, valorously led the platoon forward and attained the objective. In the performance of this brave act Lieutenant MacDonald so encouraged his men that they continued to carry on after he had made the supreme sacrifice.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Seattle, WA

MACDONNELL, JOHN L.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company M, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John L. MacDonnell, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Buillemont Farm, near Bony, France, September 28, 1918. When the advance of his platoon was held up by machine-gun fire which was harassing his position, Sergeant MacDonnell voluntarily led a detachment of his platoon over the top and destroyed the machine-gun nest. His courageous actions were an inspiration to all his comrades.
General Orders No. No. 56, W.D., 1922
Home Town: New York, NY

MACDOUGALL, ALLAN J.
(First Award)
Captain, U.S. Army
308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Allan J. MacDougall, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Revillon, France, September 9, 1918. Captain MacDougall voluntarily assumed command of a patrol of three men to locate enemy lines and gun positions. Crawling through withering machinegun fire to within 20 yards of the enemy lines he encountered two Germans on outpost, whom he killed. Remaining exposed to the enemy for an hour, Captain MacDougall killed a machine-gunner who attempted to take a position in front of him. His entire mission was harassed by perilous machinegun fire and a constant hand grenade bombardment.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Detroit, MI
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MACDOUGALL, ALLAN J.
(Second Award)
Captain, U.S. Army
308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Allan J. MacDougall, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Argonne Forest, France, October 4, 1918. Leading three companies to the aid of a surrounded battalion, Captain MacDougall was rendered unconscious by a shell burst, but, upon recovery, refused treatment until properly relieved.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Detroit, MI
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MACE, JOHN H.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 140th Infantry Regiment, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John H. Mace, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, September 28, 1918. Sergeant Mace volunteered to lead a detachment to attack a machine-gun nest which was holding up the advance of his battalion. Although severely wounded, he carried the position, killing the enemy gun crew and capturing the machine-gun.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Liberty, MO

*MACELLIGOTT, GEORGE H.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George H. MacElligott, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15, 1918. Although mortally wounded, Lieutenant MacElligott remained in command of his platoon, under direct view of the enemy and through a terrific bombardment, until he died.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: West Somerville, MA

MACELROY, GEORGE L.
Bugler, U.S. Army
Company H, 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George L. MacElroy, Bugler, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Monthurel, France, July 17, 1918. During the progress of a rather severe attack Bugler MacElroy delivered an important message from his company commander to the regimental headquarters. In order to perform this mission he was compelled to cross areas swept by heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Due to his individual gallantry, communication was established at a critical time in the operation of this regiment.
General Orders No. 72, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

*MACFARLAND, JAMES
Captain, U.S. Army
113th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12 - 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James MacFarland, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bossois Bois, France, October 12 - 17, 1918. Through the five days of our attack in the Boissois Bois, Captain MacFarland had an advance dressing station in the woods, under constant shell fire, without protection. He repeatedly exposed himself to shell fire while going to the aid of wounded. His gallant example assisted greatly in keeping up the morale of the troops with whom he came in contact. He died from the effects of wounds received while giving aid to the wounded.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Burlington, NJ

MACFARLAND, JAY W.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jay W. MacFarland, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the St.. Mihiel offensive, France, September 12, 1918. Perceiving a gap which was increasing between two attacking companies, Lieutenant MacFarland promptly led three squads to fill the interval. His command was met at once by severe machine-gun fire and suffered severe casualties. He ordered his men to keep down and alone went forward to locate the enemy guns. In this act he was severely wounded, but he successfully directed the attack on the guns, which were captured before he was evacuated to the rear.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Cleveland, OH

MACGUIRE, EDWARD A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
6th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 5 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward A. MacGuire, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near the Bois-de-Chatillon, France, November 5 - 9, 1918. Having developed a hernia in crossing the Meuse River, Lieutenant MacGuire displayed remarkable fortitude and devotion to duty by remaining with his company and leading it into action, reaching his objective under severe machinegun and shell fire. He continued with his command until a double hernia developed from strain caused by two forced marches into advanced positions, and he was ordered to the rear.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MACISAAC, DONALD
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 11th Railway Engineers, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 30, 1917
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Donald MacIsaac, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Gouzeaucourt, France, November 30, 1917. When the unarmed working party of which he was a member was unexpectedly attacked at Gouzeaucourt, France, Sergeant MacIsaac displayed extraordinary heroism by declining to take advantage of shelter, in going back into the barrage to assist American soldiers of another unit, and returning into the barrage a second time to search for wounded British soldiers.
General Orders No. No. 129, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Kew Gardens, Long Island, NY

*MACK, PETER F.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 140th Infantry Regiment, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Peter F. Mack, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montrebeau Woods, France, September 28, 1918. After being mortally wounded during the advance, Private Mack refused to go to the rear. He went to the place assigned to him in the line and attempted to dig in. His fearlessness and fortitude were a great inspiration to his comrades.
General Orders No. 60, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Ottawa, IL

MACK, WALTER C.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 135th Machine-Gun Battalion, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter C. Mack, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Eyne, Belgium, November 2, 1918. In the face of intense machine-gun fire, Private Mack voluntarily swam the Scheltd River to obtain information regarding the enemy. His successful return with the desired information enabled his company commander to so place his guns that they could be fired with great advantage.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MACK, WILLIAM
Captain, U.S. Army
305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William Mack, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action on the Vesle River, near Bazoches, France, September 2, 1918. Captain (then first lieutenant) Mack volunteered to leave St. Thibaut in broad daylight with another officer and a patrol of ten men to reconnoiter the enemy's lines. Upon reaching the Vesle River, Captain Mack swam across it and arranged a rope by means of which the remainder of the patrol crossed the stream. He divided the patrol and, taking five men with him, advanced on the village of Bazoches, which was occupied by the enemy. He attacked enemy hiding places in an old house in which he encountered four Germans. Although under machine-gun fire, he gained valuable information, having actually penetrated the enemy's advanced posts, and with great skill withdrew his patrol. Captain Mack and four of his men were wounded, two mortally.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MACKALL, MURRAY R.
Captain, U.S. Army
4th Engineers, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 4 - 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Murray R. MacKall, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action west of Fismes, France, August 4 - 5, 1918. Captain MacKall reconnoitered a section of the River Vesle in advance of the front line of infantry under continuous fire from machineguns and one- pounders. Proceeding alone for about one kilometer along the stream, despite the fact that German machineguns were located near the opposite bank, he continued his reconnaissance and selected several suitable sites, one of which was used the next night. Captain MacKall guided the working party through the enemy's barrage.
General Orders No. No. 147, W.D., 1918
Home Town: San Francisco, CA

MACKAY, DONALD S.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
168th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 26 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Donald S. Mackay, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, July 26 - 30, 1918. In an effort to locate enemy machine-gun emplacements, Lieutenant Mackay constantly exposed himself to enemy fire and, while so doing, was severely wounded. During the entire five days of operations he led a scout group forward, locating nests that had been stubbornly resisting the progress of our troops and supplying the artillery with most valuable information, resulting in the destruction of the nests.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Blue Hill, ME

*MACKMER, HERBERT W.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert W. Mackmer, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Carrefour-de-Meurrussons, France, September 27, 1918. When his platoon encountered intense fire from hostile trench mortars and machine-guns, Private Mackmer took up an exposed position on the flank and, with his automatic rifle, covered the withdrawal of the platoon to a protected position, sacrificing his life in so doing.
General Orders 70, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Collins Center, NY

MACLEOD, NORMAN D.
Major, U.S. Army
103d Field Artillery, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Norman D. MacLeod, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Marcheville, France, September 26, 1918. While acting as artillery liaison officer Major MacLeon displayed remarkable courage and judgment under terrific artillery and machine-gun fire. In addition to his duties as liaison officer he volunteered and took personal command of a detachment of infantrymen who were without officers, and by his personal bravery and resourcefulness successfully withstood a violent counterattack by the enemy.
General Orders No. No. 138, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Providence, RI

MACNAIR, HUGH W.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Section No. 622, Ambulance Service, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hugh W. MacNair, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action October 5, 1918, at Ostel (Aisne), France. Having just been relieved after 48 hours of strenuous duty, Private First Class MacNair volunteered to drive an ambulance to an advanced regimental post under constant and intense fire. While engaged in this dangerous mission he suffered a wound which necessitated amputation of his right leg.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Houghton, MI

MACNAMEE, FRANK A., JR.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
101st Field Artillery, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank A. MacNamee, Jr., First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Belleau Wood, France, July 19, 1918. By his utter disregard of danger First Lieutenant MacNamee inspired great confidence in his men during a critical period by three times going into a heavily shelled area to help rescue wounded.
General Orders No. No. 125, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Albany, NY

MACNAUGHTON, HENRY DARIUS
Captain, U.S. Army
117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry Darius MacNaughton, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Molain, France, October 17, 1918. Advancing for 100 yards under heavy shell and machine-gun fire, Captain MacNaughton went with a soldier to the aid of a wounded man who had a leg blown off by an antitank shell. Showing utter disregard for personal danger, Captain McNaughton dressed the wound of the soldier, who had fallen near the tank which was still being shelled, and then carried the wounded man to safety.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Grand Rapids, MI

MACNIDER, HANFORD
(First Award)
Captain, U.S. Army
9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hanford MacNider, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France, October 3 - 9, 1918. Captain MacNider voluntarily joined an attacking battalion on October 3, and accompanied it to its final objectives. During the second attack on the same day, he acted as a runner through heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. He visited the lines both night and day, where the fighting was most severe. When higher authority could not be reached, he assumed responsibilities, and gave the necessary orders to stabilize serious situations. When new and untried troops took up the attack, he joined their forward elements, determined the enemy points of resistance by personal reconnaissance, uncovered enemy machine-gun nests and supervised their destruction.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mason City, IA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MACNIDER, HANFORD
(Second Award)
Captain, U.S. Army
9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hanford MacNider, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Remeriauville, France, September 12, 1918. On duty as regimental adjutant, while carrying instructions to the assaulting lines, Captain MacNider found the line unable to advance and being disorganized by a heavy machine- gun fire. Running forward in the face of the fire, this officer captured a German machine- gun, drove off the crew, reorganized the line on that flank, and thereby enabled the advance to continue.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mason City, IA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MACPHERSON, HENRY B.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 306th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry B. MacPherson, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at St. Juvin, France, October 16, 1918. Corporal MacPherson volunteered repeatedly during the attack on St. Juvin to carry messages through a severe enemy barrage. Throughout the action this soldier showed entire disregard for personal danger and a devotion to duty far beyond the scope of his position, accomplishing several important missions with success.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Abington, MA

MACVICAR, IAN D.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ian D. MacVicar, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy, France, July 15, 1918. Sergeant MacVicar conducted a party of ammunition carriers to the front line during the most violent part of the shell fire near Crezancy on July 15. He also conducted a reconnoitering patrol through terrific machine-gun and shell fire that same day.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Norfolk, CT

MACWILLIAM, ALEXANDER
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 313th Machine-Gun Battalion, 80th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alexander MacWilliam, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois, France, October 4 - 5, 1918. Concealing the fact that he was severely wounded, Sergeant MacWilliam remained on duty until the afternoon of the following day. While in this condition he went to the aid of a wounded comrade and brought him to a place of safety, his route being subjected to a concentrated artillery bombardment.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Erie, PA

MADDEN, DAVID
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company E, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David Madden, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 7, 1918. Due to the lifting of a heavy fog, Company E was caught on an open hillside, within 100 yards of the enemy's line, and were forced to remain in the cover of shell holes for the entire day. Hearing a wounded man groaning in great pain, Sergeant Madden left his shelter and went to his rescue, carrying him through the terrific machine-gun and artillery fire to a shell hole, where he administered all the aid and comfort possible and then returned to his post through the same intense fire.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Boston, MA

MADDEN, JOSEPH A.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31 - August 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph A. Madden, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges and Fismes, France, July 31 to August 4, 1918. Throughout the advance by Company D, to which he was attached, his conduct, in treating the wounded under fire, afforded an inspiring example of devotion to duty. He was in the front lines at all times, administering relief not only to men of his company but also to the wounded of other organizations in his vicinity. He voluntarily searched the woods and fields to give first aid to the wounded. In spite of heavy and continuous shell fire, he continued working untiringly day and night until exhausted.
General Orders No. No. 124, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Manistee, MI

*MADDEN, ROBERT A.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 29 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert A. Madden, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, July 29 - 30, 1918. Passing through heavy machine-gun and artillery fire, Private Madden maintained liaison with adjacent units, displaying marked heroism in his work. He was mortally wounded in the performance of duty.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Indianapolis, IN

MADDOX, JOHN
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 316th Engineers, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Maddox, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Audenarde, Belgium, November 1, 1918. Sergeant Maddox volunteered to accompany an officer and three other soldiers on a reconnaissance patrol of the city of Audenarde. Entering under heavy shell fire, the party reconnoitered the city for seven hours, while it was still being patrolled by the enemy, and advanced two kilometers in front of our outposts and beyond those of the enemy.
General Orders No. 1, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Calexico, CA

MADER, THOMAS OTTO
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Battery A, 109th Field Artillery, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas Otto Mader, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Varennes, France, October 2, 1918. First Sergeant Mader displayed great coolness and bravery in helping to guide sections of his battery over a road swept by enemy shell fire, during which eight men were wounded and ten horses killed, including one which he himself rode. The driver of a swing team, having difficulty in controlling one of the horses of a section, was assigned to another horse and his place taken by Sergeant Mader, who guided the section until he was so severely wounded that he was unable to control. In spite of his wounds, he directed the carriages to places of safety, and, disregarding personal safety, requested the medical officer to first give attention to the other wounded. Sergeant Mader's conduct was an inspiration to the men of his battery.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Audenried, PA

MADORE, JOHN J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. Madore, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bazoches, France, August 9, 1918. Private Madore volunteered to carry a message to an advance squad through heavy machine-gun fire. After delivering the message and administering first-aid treatment to wounded men in the squad, he crawled up to the nearest enemy machine gun and put it out of action with a hand grenade.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Maiden, MA

MADSEN, HOWARD E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company D, 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard E. Madsen, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Consenvoye, France, October 22, 1918. When his platoon was fired on at close range by a machine gun, Sergeant Madsen went forward and killed two of the enemy with grenades, routing the other members of the crew.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MAGUIRE, JOHN T.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John T. Maguire, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 4, 1918. Although severely wounded, Lieutenant Maguire refused to be evacuated and continued to lead his platoon until again wounded and forced by exhaustion, due to loss of blood, to be evacuated.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1921
Home Town: St. Louis, MO

MAGUIRE, SIDNEY CLIFFORD
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Sidney Clifford Maguire, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chipilly Ridge, France, August 9, 1918. Although wounded early in the engagement, Sergeant Maguire showed great devotion to duty by continuing at his post as platoon leader for two days, relinquishing command only when forced to do so by the condition of his wound.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Chicago, IL

*MAHAFEY, EMORY
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 28 - 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Emory Mahafey, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Cantigny, France May 28 - 29, 1918. Private Mahafey did more than his duty under violent fire in the open to relieve sufferings of the wounded. On his way to a machine- gun emplacement to succor men who had been injured there, he stopped to give first aid to Private Jay Ler. Antes, who lay mortally wounded and exposed to machine-gun fire, and while performing this heroic act was killed.
General Orders No. No. 116, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Atlanta, GA

MAHAR, DANIEL H.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 105th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel H. Mahar, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Souplet, France, October 18, 1918. Corporal Mahar courageously led several attacks on enemy machine-gun nests. . Later in the day he attacked single-handed two enemy snipers, killing one and driving off the other.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Newark, NJ

*MAHONEY, JAMES
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James Mahoney, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 15, 1918. Private Mahoney upon three occasions exposed himself to heavy machine-gun fire in attempting to work through the enemy lines to carry a message to a group which, due to enemy infiltration, had become isolated. Although mortally wounded, he insisted upon being carried to regimental headquarters in order to make a report of the information obtained.
General Orders No. No. 27, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Waterbury, CT

MAIER, CARL J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company I, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Carl J. Maier, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Bois-de-Cheppy, near Meuse, France, September 26, 1918. Working with a patrol in an attack on an enemy machine gun, Private Maier crawled upon the emplacement and without assistance killed three enemy gunners and captured their machine gun.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Glendive, MT

MAILS, MARK W.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 146th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Mark W. Mails, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, France, September 28, 1918. After his platoon had withdrawn about 50 yards to an established line, a wounded comrade was seen lying ahead, in the position they formerly occupied. The enemy had just launched a strong counterattack, but Private Mails, with another soldier, volunteered to go to the assistance of the wounded man. In the face of terrific fire of enemy artillery and machine guns, and the fire of their own comrades, who were resisting the attack, Private Mails succeeded in bringing his man to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Akron, OH

MAIN, CHARLES L.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company L, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles L. Main, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Launay, France, July 15, 1918. Sergeant Main, with an officer and another soldier of his company, attacked a patrol of seven Germans, who had captured four American soldiers, killed one of the Germans, and captured the others.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Rouseville, PA

MAIN, WILLIAM B.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company D, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William B. Main, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Forest of Argonne, France, October 9, 1918. Accompanied by another soldier, Private Main advanced on a German 77-mm. gun, which was enfilading his company, and, with his automatic rifle, caused such heavy casualties among the enemy crew, that they were forced to withdraw.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Rouseville, PA

MAJOR, IRA E.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 34th Infantry Regiment, 7th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ira E. Major, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Rembercourt, France, November 1, 1918. Although suffering from five wounds, one of which caused the loss of a hand, Corporal Major refused to be evacuated. He remained in command of his squad throughout the day and night and crawled into position the following morning to aid in the repulse of a German attack. His conduct furnished a great inspiration to the men of his company.
General Orders No. No. 22, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Greenwood, SC

MAKOS, SOTEREOS N.
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Sotereos N. Makos, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the attack near Soissons, France. July 19, 1918. Private Makos was wounded three times, but continued with the advance and kept up the operation of his automatic rifle despite his injuries, until the objective had been attained.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Worcester, MA

MALCOLMSON, BRUCE K.
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 364th Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Bruce K. Malcolmson, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cheppy, France, September 26, 1918. Accompanied by another soldier First Sergeant Malcolmson advanced against two machine-guns and killed two of the mounters. This made possible the capture of 55 men who were in a trench 100 yards farther forward. Later in the same day he assisted an officer in leading a platoon which captured approximately 100 of the enemy.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: South Pasadena, CA

*MALICHIS, CONSTANTINE
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company I, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Constantine Malichis, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-d'Aigremont, France, July 15, 1918. Corporal Malichis volunteered and carried a message from his company post of command to the battalion post of command through the thickest of the German barrage. He was killed in action the same day.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Orleans, LA

MALLAN, JOHN C.
Private, U.S. Army
Company H, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John C. Mallan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chipilly Ridge, France, August 9, 1918. During an attack, Private Mallan worked out far ahead of our lines and personally killed four Germans and brought back three prisoners, one of them an officer. Later he formed one of a raiding party and displayed marked skill and bravery, aiding in the capture of fourteen prisoners. Both these missions were carried out under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MALONE, CLAYTON
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clayton Malone, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois- de-Barricourt, France, November 1, 1918. Sergeant Malone led his platoon with marked bravery and ability in an attack which resulted in the capture of 15 machine-guns and 70 prisoners, more than 40 of the enemy being killed or wounded. Throughout the attack he showed great heroism, killing two of the enemy in hand-to-hand encounters.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Liberal, KS

MALONE, FRANCIS P.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 102d Machine-Gun Battalion, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22 - 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis P. Malone, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Trugny, France, July 22 - 23, 1918. After all the other members of his squad had become casualties, Corporal Malone volunteered and led two other squads on a machine- gun nest which he had located and put it out of action with the first burst of shot. Later he helped dress wounded men of his squad and evacuated them under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Although severely gassed next day, Corporal Malone continued in the advance.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Haven, CT

MALONE, PAUL B.
Colonel, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18 - 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Paul B. Malone, Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action south of Soissons, France, July 18 - 19, 1918. During the two days which his regiment was engaged with the enemy, Colonel Malone frequently visited the advanced troops. On the evening of July 18, after the regiment had suffered severe losses, he assisted in the reorganization of a battalion for the attack on Vierzy. On the morning of July 19 he made a personal reconnaissance of the front lines, under heavy fire, in order to ascertain the enemy position, which was of vital importance.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1921
Home Town: West Point, NY

MALONEY, WILLIAM E.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
354th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William E. Maloney, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Remonville, France, November 1, 1918. Leading an assault platoon, Lieutenant Maloney encountered a nest of sis enemy guns, which was pouring out a deadly fire from three directions. Rushing the guns in the immediate front, he captured them as well as taking the crews as prisoners; and while thus engaged, he was knocked unconscious by a bursting shell. Regaining consciousness when picked up by first-aid men, he returned immediately and rejoined his platoon and directed operations until the objectives were reached.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MANCE, STEPHEN M.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stephen M. Mance, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chipilly Ridge, France, August 10, 1918. Sent out alone to locate the position of snipers, and coming upon a machine-gun nest, Corporal Mance boldly attacked it single-handed, capturing the gun, wounding one of the crew, and taking three prisoners.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MANCO, ARTIE G.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company E, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Artie G. Manco, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nonsard, France, September 12, 1918. When the advance of his company was halted by the fire from four machine guns from the front, Sergeant Manco led a patrol of four men, through heavy fire, to the flank and rear of the enemy position. He then attacked the enemy and captured the guns and crew.
General Orders No. No. 55, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Richardsville, KY

MANDERS, FRANK
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank Manders, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Grand Pre, France, November 1, 1918. After requesting that he be permitted to lead a detail for the purpose of recovering the body of a wounded comrade whom he had been forced to leave about 500 yards in front of their lines earlier in the day when on patrol duty, Private Manders led the detail of four men under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire on its dangerous mission. After proceeding about 200 yards the detail felt that the expedition was hopeless on account of the extremely heavy fire. Private Manders, however, refused to give up and insisted on the detail going forward. By his own absolute disregard of personal safety and by his own example he so inspired the members of the detail that they went forward with him under the gravest danger for over 300 yards, recovered the wounded comrade, and made their way back to their own lines.
General Orders No. No. 56, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Rockland, WI

MANGIARACINA, FRANK
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1 - 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank Mangiaracina, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Beaumont, France, November 1 - 5, 1918. On duty as a company runner, Private Mangiracino repeatedly carried messages through heavy enemy machine-gun and shell fire with utter disregard for personal safety.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MANIER, WILL R., JR.
Captain, U.S. Army
5th Infantry Brigade, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Will R. Manier, Jr., Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Claires- Chenes Woods, October 21, 1918. Captain Manier, brigade liaison officer, was at the command post of the assaulting battalion when word was received that the enemy had penetrated our line and was closing in on the command post. No reserves being available, Captain Manier assisted in hastily organizing a force of runners, a signalman and others, and himself taking a rifle, led these men under heavy machine-gun and rifle fire in a counterattack on the advancing enemy. He succeeded in stopping the enemy and holding the position until the line was reestablished. As a result of his courage and initiative a large number of the enemy were captured and many killed or wounded, and the success of future operations assured.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Nashville, TN

*MANN, ALLEN R.
Private, U.S. Army
Sanitary Detachment, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Allen R. Mann, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. With utter disregard for his own personal safety, Private Mann repeatedly went out into no man's land, in plain view of the enemy, and administered first aid to the wounded. While engaged in this work he was caught in a heavy enfilading fire from the enemy and was killed.
General Orders No. No. 49, W.D., 1922
Home Town: New York, NY

MANNING, JAMES (AKA: FRANK E. BELL)
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 4th Engineers, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James Manning, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Thibaut, France, August 8, 1918. Corporal Manning was one of our men who volunteered and swam the Vesle River for the purpose of doing work on the opposite bank necessary in the construction of a footbridge. With another soldier he succeeded in felling a large tree in the face of heavy machine-gun and one-pounder fire after the remainder of the platoon had withdrawn.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Youngstown, OH

MANNING, JOHN C.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company K, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18 - 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John C. Manning, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Paris- Soissons Road, France, July 18 - 19, 1918. Corporal Manning voluntarily left his shelter and went to the rescue of two wounded French soldiers who were in a burning tank. The rescue was made under an intense fire from the enemy, in plain view and while they were using all efforts to complete the destruction of the tank and prevent the rescue of its inmates. Corporal Manning succeeded in forcing open a door of the burning tank, dragging out the wounded men, and bringing them to a place of shelter, from which they were later evacuated.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Kingsville, TX

MANNING, JOHN R.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 342d Machine-Gun Battalion, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John R. Manning, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Bantheville, France, November 1, 1918. Disregarding injuries in the face, head, and wrist, Private Manning continued on duty as gunner throughout the action until he was relieved and ordered to an aid station by his platoon commander thereby affording an inspiring example of courage to his comrades.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Needham, MA

*MANNING, WILLIAM SINKLER
Major, U.S. Army
316th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William Sinkler Manning, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, November 5, 1918. Leading his command in the face of extremely heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, Major Manning displayed remarkable bravery and coolness in reorganizing his battalion after severe losses had been inflicted on them. By continuous encouragement and daring, he directed operations to the successful gaining of his objective. During operations, Major Manning was instantly killed by a machine-gun bullet.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Washington, DC

MANNION, JOSEPH F.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph F. Mannion, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 11, 1918. Sergeant Mannion volunteered and left his place of safety, making his way 100 yards in advance of our lines to the aid of wounded men. At the time the enemy was delivering terrific machine-gun and artillery fire, but he continued and assisted one comrade to a dressing station. He returned and helped the other men to places of safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MANNION, MAURICE
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company F, 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Maurice Mannion, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Apremont, France, September 29, 1918. During a hostile attack, Sergeant Mannion displayed exceptional courage and initiative in leading a patrol of the left flank of his platoon and driving off a superior number of the enemy who were attempting to encircle the flank, killing ten of them, capturing eight and putting the remainder to flight.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Carbondale, PA

MANSFIELD, HARRY
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry Mansfield, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Romagne, France, October 14, 1918. His company having been held up by machine-gun nest, Sergeant Mansfield, with another soldier, crawled 200 yards ahead of his company and reduced the machine-gun nest, killing three of the enemy and capturing 18.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mecosta, MI

MANSFIELD, JAMES R.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 311th Machine-Gun Battalion, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James R. Mansfield, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 29, 1918. Administering first aid in a most exposed position, Sergeant Mansfield rendered most valuable assistance not only to casualties from his own command, but also to those from other organizations. He continued with his work, although wounded, and refused to leave for the rear until ordered to do so by his commanding officer.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Haydenville, MA

MANSFIELD, THAROLD B.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 314th Field Signal Battalion, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Tharold B. Mansfield, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Beauclair, France, November 4 - 11, 1918. From the 4th to 11th of November, while continually under heavy shell fire, Corporal Mansfield laid and maintained lines of communication within his area with utter disregard for his personal safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Bay City, MI

MANTON, WALTER W.
Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter W. Manton, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Soissons, France, July I8, 1918. Accompanying his battalion in the attack, Captain Manton was with the second wave when he sustained a compound fracture of the right forearm from a bursting shell. He, nevertheless, refused to go to the rear, but remained on duty until the final objective was reached in the afternoon, attending the wounded and directing their evacuation.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Detroit, MI

*MANWARING, CLYDE F.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company E, 11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clyde F. Manwaring, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Louppy, France, November 9, 1918. His platoon having been held up by enemy machine- gun fire, Sergeant Manwaring took three other soldiers and advanced against the machine guns. Two of the men accompanying him were wounded, but he continued on with the other one and captured two of the hostile guns, killing one of the crew and driving off the remainder.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Akron, OH

MANZI, NICHOLAS
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 309th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Nicholas Manzi, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulny, France, October 3, 1918. During a heavy bombardment of our front lines, Private Manzi went 50 yards in advance of our positions to an automatic-rifle post to dress the wounds of three of the crew. He then assisted the wounded men, one by one, to reach a place of safety. All this time the line was under steady machine-gun fire as well as bombardment.
General Orders No. 126, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Camden, NJ

MARAGLIA, BATISTA
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Batista Maraglia, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Argonne Forest, France, October 1, 1918. Seeing a runner of his platoon lying helpless from a broken leg, in front of an enemy machine gun, Private Maraglia volunteered and went to his aid, making his way through direct fire for a distance of 75 yards and returning with his wounded comrade.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Stoughton, MA

MARCELLA, RICHARD
Bugler, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Richard Marcella, Bugler, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bazoches, France, August 9, 1918. Responding to a call for volunteers to destroy a hostile machine gun, Bugler Marcella, with two other soldiers, boldly went forward through machine-gun fire and accomplished this mission.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

*MARCHANT, JOHN R.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John R. Marchant, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of the Meuse River and north of Consenvoye, France, October 11, 1918. While commanding his company in an attack in which he was severely wounded Lieutenant Marchant displayed the highest type of courage and leadership by leading his men until the objective was reached, and then holding it against several severe counterattacks until he was killed. His example of bravery and devotion to duty so inspired his men that although temporarily without a company commander they successfully repulsed the counterattacks and held the line intact at a critical point.
General Orders No. No. 49, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MARCINIAK, JOHN
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company A, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Marciniak, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy, France, July 15, 1918. After his company had been ordered to withdraw, Corporal Marciniak returned to the scene of the struggle and, throughout the whole night, worked untiringly in the evacuation of the wounded, exposed to the terrific bombardment of the enemy.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Schenectady, NY

MAREK, FRANK S.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank S. Marek, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Romagne, France, October 14, 1918. With another soldier, Corporal Marek crawled 200 yards ahead of his company and reduced a machine-gun nest which had been holding up the advance, killing three of the enemy and capturing 18.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Grand Rapids, MI

MARGOLIN, HARRY
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry Margolin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Ballois Farm, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. Under a heavy gas and shell bombardment, Private Margolin repeatedly volunteered and delivered messages over routes other than his own, when the runners assigned to those routes had been killed or wounded.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MARINO, CHARLES
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: April 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles Marino, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Bois Brule, near Apremont, France, April 10, 1918. Private Marino displayed coolness, courage, and the spirit of self-sacrifice during the action of April 10, 1918, in voluntarily going through shell-swept area to bring back a wounded noncommissioned officer to a dressing station.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Greenfield, MA

MARK, ROY C.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Roy C. Mark, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, France, July 31, 1918. Though he was twice wounded during the attack on Hill 212, Private Mark displayed remarkable bravery and devotion to duty by continuing in action and advancing with the attack. He continued to fight until he was ordered to the rear on account of his wounds.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: McMillan, MI

MARKHAM, RALPH H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 364th Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ralph H. Markham, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Eclisfontaine, France, September 28, 1918. On duty as a scout, Private Markham repeatedly located organizations on the flanks, displaying exceptional daring under fire. Though he had been without water or food for 24 hours, he went forward under heavy fire and secured information which enabled his company commander to reform the line and deliver a concentrated fire on the enemy.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: McKittrick, CA

MARKOE, STEPHEN C.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company I, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: March 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stephen C. Markoe, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Seicheprey, France, March 1, 1918. While occupying a combat position in the Bois Carre with his platoon of Company I, 18th Infantry, the position was smothered under an intense bombardment of enemy artillery and machine-gun fire. Following a rolling barrage, Lieutenant Markoe was attacked by a vastly superior force of enemy storm troops. The company commander having been killed, Lieutenant Markoe led the counterattack against the raiding forces and killed in close combat the leader of the raiding party. The action of Lieutenant Markoe stopped the enemy in this part of the sector and was the principal factor which led to the repulse of the enemy raid. Despite the fact that he had been severely wounded early in the action, he refused to relinquish command until the enemy was decisively ejected with great loss from the position. Lieutenant Markoe displayed exceptional leadership and extraordinary heroism in this action.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Penllyn, PA

MARKS, ERWIN J.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Erwin J. Marks, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Le Charmel, France, July 22, 1918. A patrol of five men had advanced about 500 yards in front of our lines. While crossing a small clearing the patrol was fired upon by a concealed machine gun, which killed two and wounded three. On his own initiative, exposed to heavy machine-gun fire, Private Marks went forward and brought in the wounded men one at a time.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MARKS, SAMUEL J.
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27 - 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Samuel J. Marks, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Malancourt, France, September 27 - 29, 1918. Lieutenant Marks advanced with the foremost elements of his battalion, dressing and evacuating the wounded under machine-gun fire for the period of twelve hours. On September 29th, when his aid station was shelled, several patients and attendants being killed and wounded, this officer, though himself wounded, remained at his post caring for patients who had received fresh wounds, and assisted in their evacuation.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philipsburg, PA

*MARKS, WILLOUGHBY R.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company C, 61st Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Willoughby R. Marks, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 12, 1918. While in command of Company C, 61st Infantry, Lieutenant Marks was severely wounded but continued to lead his company, refusing to be evacuated until the objective was reached and his lines reorganized. About to be evacuated, he learned that an officer of his battalion was mortally wounded and lying exposed to terrific enemy fire in front of the lines. With utter disregard for his own safety he rushed forward to rescue his fellow officer, and in the attempt was struck by enemy high-explosive shellfire and mortally wounded, dying a few minutes later. His undaunted courage and devotion to duty served as a splendid example of soldierly conduct to the men of his command.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Apalachicola, FL

MARKUS, NORBET W.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company D, 3d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Norbet W. Markus, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 19, 1918. After the entire personnel of the machine-gun squad under his command had been killed or disabled, and when he himself was severely wounded, Second Lieutenant Markus kept up the operation of his gun and refused to be taken to the rear when relieved until he had been carried to his company commander and had given the latter valuable information.
General Orders No. No. 126, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Quincy, IL

MARLIN, FRANK
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank Marlin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 19, 1918. With two other soldiers Private Marlin rushed a machine-gun position, killed the crew, and captured the gun in order to make the advance of his platoon possible.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Gatesville, TX

*MARLIN, JESSE
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jesse Marlin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Juvigny, France, August 31, 1918. Corporal Marlin was one of a party of three officers and two men, who armed with one German machine-gun and three German rifles, attacked a machine-gun nest held by 70 Germans. Under terrific fire from the enemy, who laid down an artillery barrage upon their position, they concentrated their rifles so effectively that 32 Germans surrendered within an hour. After the prisoners had been brought in Corporal Marlin with a private established another machine-gun in an advanced position, and kept up a concentrated fire on the Germans until he was wounded in the body five times by machine-gun bullets.
General Orders No. No. 142, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Billings, MT

MARLIN, WILLIAM L.
Major, U.S. Army
148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1 - 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William L. Marlin, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Hearne, Belgium, November 1 - 2, 1918. While commanding the 3d Battalion, 148th Infantry, Major marlin displayed exceptional qualities of personal courage and leadership in forcing the crossing of the Escaut River, establishing a bridgehead on the right bank of the river, and maintaining his position against repeated and vigorous counterattacks, all under heavy artillery and aeroplane fire. Major Marlin exposed himself fearlessly and audaciously and without regard for danger, thereby greatly enhancing the morale of the troops and contributing materially to the success of this operation. His personal bravery in this act was markedly conspicuous and outstanding.
General Orders No. No. 38, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Covington, OH

MARONEY, THOMAS F.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 24, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas F. Maroney, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Badonviller, France, June 24, 1918. Although wounded while bringing up ammunition for his automatic rifle team, Corporal Maroney stayed with his men, encouraging and directing them.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MARONEY, WILLIAM
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 5th Machine-Gun Battalion, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 6, September 13, & October 4 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William Maroney, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for repeated acts of extraordinary heroism in action near Chateau-Thierry, France, June 6, 1918; near Thiaucourt, France, September 13, 1918; and at Medeah Farm, France, October 4 - 9, 1918. Near Chateau-Thierry, France, June 6, Sergeant (then Corporal) Maroney took charge of two squads, after his lieutenant and sergeant had been disabled, and fearlessly led them forward to their objective. Near Thiaucourt, France, September 13, he displayed great bravery in leading his platoon through heavy machine-gun fire, at one time personally reconnoitering a machine-gun position before allowing his men to proceed. At Medeah Farm, France, he again furnished an inspiring example of fearless leadership and dauntless courage under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pensacola, FL

MARQUETTE, LOUIS F.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Louis F. Marquette, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 15, 1918. Corporal Marquette showed extraordinary courage and bravery in going beyond our front line, under heavy machine-gun fire, and bringing back two wounded comrades.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Springfield, MA

*MARQUIS, OLIVER
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 156th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Oliver Marquis, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sedan, France, November 7, 1918. Private Marquis was a member of a patrol sent out to silence machine-gun nests, which were holding up the battalion's advance. When the officer leading the patrol fell mortally wounded, this soldier attempted to go to the officer's assistance despite heavy fire from machine guns only 100 yards away, and was himself killed.
General Orders 78, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Poseyville, IN

MARRA, JOHN
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Marra, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Charpentry, France, October 3, 1918. In broad daylight, and subjected to heavy fire from the enemy, Private Marra led a patrol of four men in advance of our lines to rescue a severely wounded soldier. His courage was an inspiration to the men serving with him.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MARRIOTT, OWEN R.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 10th Field Artillery, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Owen R. Marriott, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Courbon, France, July 15, 1918. Corporal Marriott, a member of the regimental telephone detail, when it became impossible to maintain telephone communications, volunteered and carried messages under heavy shell fire, in spite of having been wounded in the knee.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Proctor, MO

*MARSH, ARTHUR D.
Captain, U.S. Army
113th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur D. Marsh, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 12, 1918. Refusing to relinquish command of his company, even though suffering from illness, Captain Marsh led them up a road under a most terrific bombardment, and, while assisting a wounded man to safety, he was killed.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Newark, NJ

MARSH, ELMER M.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 & 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Elmer M. Marsh, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fleville, France, October 3 & 4, 1918. On October 4, after all officers had been killed or wounded, Sergeant Marsh took command of and led his platoon in the attack, during which he was severely wounded. The objective was taken and held, due in large measure to his gallant efforts. On the previous day he conducted a reconnaissance of the enemy position and located machine-gun positions. The information obtained proved valuable in the subsequent attack of October 4, 1918.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Chickasha, OK

*MARSH, HARRY H.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry H. Marsh, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 14, 1918. Lieutenant Marsh, with a force of 50 men, took a line of trenches, at the same time capturing prisoners greatly in excess of the members of his own command. It was due to his gallant example that this feat was accomplished. Lieutenant Marsh was killed by machine-gun fire as the trench was taken.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Paxton, IL

MARSH, JOHN
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Marsh, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Eclisfontaine, France, October 1, 1918. First Sergeant Marsh was painfully wounded by a shell fragment, but refused to go to the rear. Remaining with his company under heavy shell fire, he continued to perform his duties.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Vida, MT

MARSH, JOHN C.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company K, 116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John C. Marsh, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Molleville Farm, France, October 15, 1918. After losing his ammunition carrier Private Marsh advanced unaided, and effectively operated his automatic rifle until wounded in the hand. He continued to fire until his ammunition was exhausted, and refused to go to the rear until ordered to do so.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Charlottesville, VA

MARSHALL, ALLEN J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 363d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Allen J. Marshall, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Spitaals-Bosschen, Belgium, October 31, 1918. Although suffering acute pain from a severe injury. Sergeant Marshall led his section through a continuous rain of machine- gun and sniper fire, beyond the infantry front line, where he encountered the enemy.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: San Francisco, CA

*MARSHALL, HARRY F.
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry F. Marshall, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy, France, July 15, 1918. Private Marshall displayed coolness and bravery in carrying numerous messages under shell fire, thereby keeping up liaison between adjacent units.
General Orders No. No. 2, W.D., 1920
Home Town: South Brewer, ME

MARSHALL, LEROY F.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company A, 1st Engineers, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leroy F. Marshall, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 9, 1918. Corporal Marshall voluntarily went forward to silence a sniper who was pouring a dangerous fire into his position. He crept through brush for a distance of 300 yards and then crossed a machine-gun swept area, killing the sniper with his rifle.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Simla, CO

MARSHALL, ROBERT E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert E. Marshall, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15, 1918. After being wounded in the head and subjected to an intense barrage, Private Marshall remained at his post for three hours, operating his automatic rifle until ordered to the rear.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Graniteville, MO

MARSHALL, ROBERT G.
Captain, U.S. Army
58th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert G. Marshall, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near the Bois-du-Fays, France, October 4, 1918. When his company's advance was stopped by heavy enfilading machine-gun fire, Captain Marshall (then lieutenant) took seven soldiers and rushed the enemy nest, killing six of the enemy and capturing 30 including a captain. Captain Marshall accomplished this daring feat without any of his own men becoming casualties.
General Orders 66, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Minneapolis, MN

MARSHALL, WILLARD H.
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Company B, 2d Engineers, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Willard H. Marshall, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villemontry, France, November 10, 1918. While in charge of a section of engineers constructing a footbridge across the Meuse river, the enemy opened fire when the bridge was partly finished, breaking it in two. With remarkable bravery, while under intense enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, Sergeant Marshall continued to direct the construction and completed the bridge, which enabled the infantry to cross.
General Orders No. No. 17, W.D., 1928
Home Town: Nora, IL

*MARTELL, JUDSON G.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Judson G. Martell, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 14, 1918. Although seriously wounded, Lieutenant Martell continued to direct his command under heavy machine-gun and sniping fire and maintained organization under heavy demoralizing circumstances until he was killed by a sniper's bullet.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: West Somerville, MA

MARTIE, JOHN E.
Captain, U.S. Army
16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John E. Martie, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fleville, France, October 4, 1918. Captain Martie exposed himself to heavy artillery and machine-gun fire while leading his company forward in an attack against strongly held enemy positions. Reaching his objective, he organized his position for defense and held the same against enemy counterattacks.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1921
Home Town: California, MO

*MARTIN, CECIL N.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 29 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Cecil N. Martin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, July 29 - 30, 1918. Exposing himself to heavy enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, Private Martin repeatedly carried messages from his company commander to the battalion post of command. He was killed in performance of this hazardous duty.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Lawrenceville, IL

MARTIN, CLAUDE A.
Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 23d Infantry (Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Claude A. Martin, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918. Captain Martin operated a battalion dressing station, and, although the station was practically destroyed by shell fire, he bravely and successfully treated the wounded and directed their safe evacuation.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Welsh, LA

MARTIN, DANIEL J.
Captain, U.S. Army
128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel J. Martin, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Juvigny, north of Soissons, France, September 1, 1918. On numerous occasions Captain Martin personally headed every forward movement of his command, displaying superb courage in his absolute disregard for personal safety. In the attack on Juvigny the battalion commanded by this officer was called upon to execute a turning movement and effect junction with the French troops on the flank. Under the personal direction of Captain Martin this turning movement was completed across a hill strongly held by the enemy, its success being due to his initiative. During this engagement Captain Martin was gassed and taken from the field unconscious.
General Orders No. No. 143, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Waukesha, WI

MARTIN, EARL J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company I, 102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Earl J. Martin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 27, 1918. Corporal Martin led his platoon over the top until further advance was impossible. He then remained in observation. Upon being grenaded by two of the enemy, be shot them with his pistol and moving forward, gained entrance to an unused pillbox. A few hours later he ventured out into enemy trenches, entered a nearby dugout, and disposed of six occupants, then retired to his former position in the pillbox, returning to his own lines after dark.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Britain, CT

MARTIN, EDWARD
(First Award)
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward Martin, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Courmont, France, July 29, 1918. In command of an inexperienced battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Martin led an attack against a strongly held position, and advancing with the front line, raised the morale of officers arid men by his coolness under heavy fire and utter disregard for personal danger.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Waynesburg, PA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MARTIN, EDWARD
(Second Award)
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward Martin, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Courmont, France, July 30, 1918. Although painfully wounded when regimental headquarters was destroyed by shell fire, Lieutenant Colonel Martin went with a battalion commander and directed the successful attack against a strong enemy position, remaining in command of the regiment until its relief.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Waynesburg, PA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MARTIN, HARRY H.
Captain, U.S. Army
28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry H. Martin, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brueil, France, July 18, 1918. Captain Martin, although severely wounded in the right side, before reaching the first objective, refused to be evacuated and continued to direct his company in the attack through heavy artillery and machine-gun fire to the second and third objective.
General Orders No. No. 27, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Emporia, KS

MARTIN, HENRY F.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company G, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 7 & 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry F. Martin, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bazoches, France, August 7 and 9, 1918. Early on the morning of August 7, 1918, being ordered to cross the Vesle River, Lieutenant Martin led his platoon under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Upon reaching the bank of the river he found no footbridge across the river. He leaped into the river, swam across it, stretched ropes, and improvised a pontoon structure. After reaching the north bank of the river he observed two men in danger of being carried away by the current, going to their aid and rescuing them while under heavy fire from the enemy. On August 9, 1918, when his company commander was wounded, he fearlessly placed himself at the head of the most exposed unit and led it forward in a determined attack on Bazoches.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1928
Home Town: Jacksonville, FL

MARTIN, HUGH B.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hugh B. Martin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Busigny, France, October 10, 1918. When a battalion of infantry was held up by heavy machine-gun fire, Corporal Martin rushed his section forward to a position 300 yards in advance of our front lines, engaged and silenced the enemy, and allowed a renewal of the advance. He displayed marked personal bravery under terrific enemy fire.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Kinston, NC

MARTINEZ, AUGUSTIN
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company I, 356th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Augustin Martinez, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Pouilly, France, November 10 - 11, 1918. Corporal Martinez accompanied Lieutenant Murphy and three other soldiers in a flank attack on three heavy machine guns. Fired on directly at 30 yards they charged the guns, met hand to hand resistance, but repulsed the enemy, capturing the guns. Corporal Martinez followed the fleeing Germans until they were lost in the fog.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Aztec, NM

MARTINEZ, LAURIANO
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lauriano Martinez, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismes, France, August 26, 1918. With two other soldiers, Private Martinez crawled 300 yards in front of our line through the enemy's wire and attacked a hostile machine-gun nest. The enemy crew opened fire on them at a range of only ten yards and resisted stubbornly but they succeeded in killing three of the crew and driving off the others with clubbed rifles. They returned to our lines under heavy fire.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Colmor, NM

MARTINSON, ALFRED
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company E, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alfred Martinson, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Carspach Woods, near Badricourt, Alsace, France, July 19, 1918. During an enemy raid on the sector held by the 3d platoon of Company E, 127th Infantry, which was preceded by a terrific and accurate barrage of high-explosive shells and machine-gun fire, and although surrounded by a superior enemy force, Private Martinson refused to surrender, but instead jumped from his trench and with his automatic rifle repulsed the enemy.
General Orders No. 68, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Eleva, WI

MARTZ, ALVEY C.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alvey C. Martz, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Conde- en-Brie, France, July 15, 1918. Under violent shell and machine-gun fire, Sergeant Martz assisted in reorganizing the remnants of his shattered company which was surrounded by the enemy, and held the position until his group was again cut to pieces. With an officer and two other soldiers he then succeeded in fighting his way from within the enemy's lines to his regiment, killing a large number of the enemy with his pistol.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Glencoe, PA

MARTZ, FORREST L.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company C, 12th Machine-Gun Battalion, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Forrest L. Martz, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-du-Fays, near Brieulles, France, October 6, 1918. Private Martz and a comrade, under heavy enemy fire, went to the rescue of wounded lying in advance of our lines and returned to our lines with two wounded American soldiers. In accomplishing this mission they advanced to within 75 yards of the enemy lines over an area which the enemy raked with their fire.
General Orders No. No. 53, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Tipton, IN

MARX, ROBERT S.
Captain, U.S. Army
357th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert S. Marx, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in front of Baalons, France, November 10, 1918. Having been sent to make a reconnaissance and if found necessary to take command of the 3d Battalion, 357th Infantry, the advance of which had just been checked with severe losses, Captain Marx displayed the highest quality of courage and leadership in the face of a murderous artillery and machine-gun fire by immediately reorganizing the battalion and after a personal reconnaissance directing the assault line, which resulted in the taking of the enemy position. During the attack Captain Marx was severely wounded. His brave example greatly inspired his men.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Cincinnati, OH

MASCIARELLI, GIACOMO
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 315th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Giacomo Masciarelli, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Malancourt, France, September 26, 1918, Private Masciarelli alone charged a machine-gun nest, which was holding up the advance of his platoon. With a flanking fire, he killed one member of the crew and caused the rest to surrender. His prisoners consisted of one noncommissioned officer and seven privates.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MASCORELLA, SAMUEL
Private, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Samuel Mascorella, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15, 1918. On July 15, Private Mascorella volunteered and carried a message to headquarters after two runners had been killed while attempting to get through. He returned through the barrage with an answer to the message.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Erie, PA

MASLOSKY, JOHN
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 311th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Maslosky, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 26, 1918. Private Maslosky displayed exemplary devotion to duty, in attacking machine-gun nests without aid, capturing many prisoners. For several hours he worked in advance of the company, and although believed to have been lost, he later returned, bringing with him many more prisoners.
General Orders No. No. 39, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Elizabeth, NJ

MASLOWSKI, VINCENT
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company D, 52d Infantry Regiment, 6th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Vincent Maslowski, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Munster, Vosges Front, Alsace, September 14, 1918. Private First Class Maslowski, with other men of his squad, was on duty in a firing trench in combat with the enemy. A grenade thrown by one of the men struck the parapet and fell back into the trench. Private Maslowski seized the grenade and threw it from the trench just as it exploded, thereby saving his comrades and himself from injury and possible death.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Racine, WI

MASON, CLAUDE H.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8 - 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Claude H. Mason, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October 8 - 10, 1918. On October 8, Lieutenant Mason followed the wave of attack under heavy shell and sniper fire, and maintained an aid station with no protection, near the front lines, giving first aid to the wounded and evacuating the injured from a heavily shelled area, for a period of three days.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: El Paso, TX

MASON, DAVID L.
Private, U.S. Army
Battery D, 115th Field Artillery, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David L. Mason, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action north of Montfaucon, France, October 5, 1918. Private Mason, with another soldier, on two occasions ran the telephone line between the battery and the forward observation post, passing through a heavy enemy barrage. Having accomplished this task they discovered that the wire had again been cut and proceeded to repair the line. While so engaged his companion was wounded and died almost instantly. Private Mason continued to repair the line under shell fire, thereby enabling the batteries of his battalion to continue firing effectively.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1928
Home Town: Nashville, TN

*MASON, EDWARD G.
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company D, 55th Infantry Regiment, 7th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward G. Mason, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulny, France, November 10, 1918. First Sergeant Mason continuously walked up and down his company sector, caring for the wounded and encouraging the men during an intense shell and machine-gun barrage. He was mortally wounded while going to the aid of two wounded comrades and died a short time afterward.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Detroit, MI

MASON, FRANCIS W.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
328th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis W. Mason, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Georges, France, October 22, 1918. Lieutenant Mason led a patrol of 40 men through a woods in order to envelop the enemy's position. Advancing under heavy shell fire, this officer was severely wounded, but, displaying excellent leadership and unusual bravery, he continued the advance and succeeded in occupying the woods.
General Orders 7, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Salem, OR

MASON, ZELNA
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Zelna Mason, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 19, 1918. Although twice wounded, Private Mason refused an offer to be carried to the rear and continued to render aid to the wounded under fire.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Memphis, TN

MASSICOTTE, AUGUST J.
Private, U.S. Army
1st Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to August J. Massicotte, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France, October 3 - 9, 1918. While acting as battalion runner, Private Massicotte, regardless of personal danger, repeatedly volunteered and carried important messages under intense shell fire and greatly assisted in maintaining liaison with other units.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Franklin, NH

MASSON, JACOB H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jacob H. Masson, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Mont St. Martin, south of Fismes, France, August 5, 1918. During the attack on Mont St. Martin Private Masson was severely wounded in the neck and shoulder. He refused first aid and was determined to keep up with the attacking wave, which he did until he became too weak from loss of blood. By this remarkable display of courage he conveyed to his comrades the spirit of fearlessness.
General Orders No. No. 117, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Newport, MI

MASTINE, JOSEPH
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph Mastine, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. Finding the advance of his organization held up by a withering enemy machine-gun fire, Private Mastine volunteered to accompany another soldier forward and with utter disregard of their own personal danger, they rushed forward through an intense machine-gun fire directly upon the enemy nest, killing two and capturing five of the enemy and silencing that gun. Discovering another machine-gun nest close by, which was pouring a deadly fire on the American forces, preventing their advance, Private Mastine and his companion charged upon this strong point, killing the gunner, and putting this machine gun out of action. Without hesitation they jumped into the enemy's trench, killed two and captured sixteen German soldiers. Private Mastine then rejoined his platoon and continued to advance until wounded.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Ogdensburg, NY

MATES, HARRY
Private, U.S. Army
Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry Mates, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Blanc Mont Ridge, France, October 3, 1918. While acting as company runner Private Mates carried messages under heavy shell and machine-gun fire. When a machine-gun nest caused a temporary halt in the advance of his company he attacked the nest, capturing three prisoners. He assisted wounded men, applied first aid, and removed them through heavy shell fire to the dressing station.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pittsburgh, PA

MATHEWS, HOWARD A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard A. Mathews, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Marcheville, France, September 26, 1918. Lieutenant Mathews displayed unusual courage and devotion to duty under a violent enemy bombardment by continuing in command of two platoons after he was severely wounded.
General Orders No. No. 139, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Kansas City, MO

MATHEWS, ROY E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 58th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Roy E. Mathews, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-du- Fays, France, October 5, 1918. Acting without orders, Private Mathews went through heavy artillery fire to notify his regimental commander that our own barrage was falling short, his bravery and presence of mind thus saving the lives of many American soldiers.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Seattle, WA

MATHEY, MAURICE L.
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Maurice L. Mathey, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Juvigny, north of Soissons, France, September 1, 1918. In an attack against a strong enemy position, supported by many machine-guns, Private Mathey, a runner, worked unceasingly in the maintenance of liaison, and carried messages through the most severe machine-gun barrage. On his last trip from the regimental post of command he was severely shell shocked, but continued through the barrage to the battalion headquarters and delivered his message.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Monroe, WI

*MATHIS, JOHN D.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John D. Mathis, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Chateau- Thierry Sector, France, June 6, 1918. As a leader of a platoon on the first day of the Chateau-Thierry battle, First Lieutenant Mathis demonstrated conspicuous courage and ability, fearlessly going forward at the head of his command through hostile machine-gun fire. Killed while leading a gallant charge, his daring inspired his men to successful assault.
General Orders No. No. 102, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Americus, GA

MATSON, LEON R.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company M, 105th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27 & 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leon R. Matson, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 27 & 29, 1918. On the morning of September 27, after all the officers and most of the sergeants of his company had been killed, Sergeant Matson took command and led the company into effective combat, making repeated reconnaissance in front of the line under severe machine-gun fire. On September 29 he led his men forward, capturing an important knoll, and held it with a small number of men. Finding the ammunition and food depleted, he led a detail through the heavy machine-gun fire, bringing back both food and ammunition.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MATSON, RAYMOND O.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 123d Machine-Gun Battalion, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Raymond O. Matson, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Marcheville, France, November 10, 1918. Voluntarily leaving the shelter of the trenches and exposed to terrific enemy machine-gun and artillery fire and under direct observation of the enemy, Sergeant Matson rescued three wounded men, assisting them to a place of comparative safety. The outstanding bravery and soldierly devotion to duty displayed greatly encourage the men of his company.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MATTER, PETER
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Peter Matter, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismes, France, August 27, 1918. After having been wounded and severely burned and gassed by an explosion of mustard gas shell, Private Matter nevertheless continued at his work as stretcher bearer, evacuating wounded until he was actually unable to see and was ordered to be evacuated himself.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Niagara Falls, NY

MATTFELDT, CYLBURN O.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 13, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Cylburn O. Mattfeldt, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulny, France, September 13, 1918. In plain view of the enemy Lieutenant Mattfeldt rode across a field to a friendly battery, whose barrage was falling on the American trenches, and stopped its fire, thereby permitting a reestablishment of the front line and saving many lives.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MATTHEWS, GEORGE, JR.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
105th Machine-Gun Battalion, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George Matthews, Jr., Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Arbre Guernon, France, October 18, 1918. After having been wounded in the head and suffering great pain, Lieutenant Matthews coolly and efficiently made dispositions for the security of his guns and safety of his men and the evacuation of the wounded. Later at a dressing station, though bleeding profusely, he refused surgical attention until other wounded men of his platoon had been cared for.
General Orders No. No. 28, W.D., 1921
Home Town: New York, NY

MAURER, PHILIP
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 111th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Philip Maurer, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fismette, France, August 10, 1918. Having heard that two wounded comrades were lying in advance of his company's line immediately north of Fismette, Private Maurer and two other members of his company volunteered to go through the machine-gun and rifle fire to bring them in. On their first attempt all were wounded and driven back, but in spite of their injuries they advanced a second time and reached the wounded men. Their courageous effort, however, was unfortunately in vain, as their comrades had been killed.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Dravosburg, PA

MAURY, ALFRED B.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
301st Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alfred B. Maury, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near l'Arbre- de-Guise, France, October. 17, 1918. Although his motor was running poorly and his tank crew badly gassed, Lieutenant Maury captured a German battery with his gun crews and turned them over to the infantry. A little later his motor stopped completely, but he soon located another tank whose crew was badly gassed. He transferred his ammunition and crew to the new tank and continued in the advance of our infantry to the objective.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Morristown, NJ

*MAXEY, ROBERT J.
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert J. Maxey, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Cantigny, France, May 28, 1918. Lieutenant Colonel Maxey advanced with first wave and, in the face of heavy shell and machine-gun fire, located the objective of his battalion. He was a cool, dependable, and heroic leader. Although fatally wounded, he gave detailed instructions to his second in command and caused himself to be carried to his regimental commander and delivered important information before he died.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Hot Springs, AR

MAXIE, RAYMOND E.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Raymond E. Maxie, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brabant, France, October 8, 1918. Corporal Maxie, in company with, four other soldiers, attacked, without support eight machine guns, and overcoming the desperate resistance of the enemy captured both guns and crews.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Richmond, VA

MAY, GEORGE J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company G, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George J. May, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chipilly Ridge, France, August 9, 1918. On his own initiative Sergeant May rushed an enemy machine-gun nest, capturing the gun and two prisoners. He displayed marked personal courage under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, passing through the enemy barrage to get water, and rations to the men in the front line.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MAY, JOE C.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 315th Train Headquarters & Military Police, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joe C. May, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montigny-devant-Sassey, France, November 5, 1918. During a very heavy attack in the vicinity of his post, where artillery fire and aircraft machine-gun fire had created a most confusing situation, Corporal May calmly directed traffic, aided wounded, and removed obstructions, thereby preventing wild disorder. He assisted the drivers of ammunition trucks in getting their machines to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Tahoka, TX

MAY, LESTER T.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lester T. May, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Ballois Farm, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. During a heavy shelling, Private May volunteered and delivered messages over routes, where all other runners had been either killed or wounded.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Wyalusing, PA

MAY, OSCAR P.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
356th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Oscar P. May, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-Mort Mare, France, September 12, 1918. Without assistance, Lieutenant May very courageously attacked and captured a machine gun which threatened to wipe out his platoon.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Williamstown, KS

MAYES, JOHN B., JR.
Captain, U.S. Army
120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John B. Mayes, Jr., Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Captain Mayes, with nine other soldiers, comprising his company headquarters detachment, cleaned out enemy dugouts along the banks of a canal, capturing 242 prisoners.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Stem, NC

MAYGER, ARTHUR G.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur G. Mayger, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 6, 1918. After his company had been forced to fall back because of heavy losses, and his company commander had been seriously wounded, Lieutenant Mayger reorganized the remainder of the company, and, under intense shell and machine- gun fire, led it in a successful attack on a machine-gun position, which had been causing many casualties in the battalion.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

*MAYNE, JOHN
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Mayne, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Trugny Woods, near Chateau-Thierry, France, July 23, 1918. Private Mayne, although in an exposed position in the Trugny Woods under fire of rifles and machine guns, courageously treated the wounded, inspiring the combat troops by his example, until shot through the head and killed.
General Orders No. No. 116, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Boston, MA

*MAYO, WILLIAM H.
Mechanic, U.S. Army
Company B, 193d Machine-Gun Battalion, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William H. Mayo, Mechanic, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Belleau and Givry, France, July 18, 1918. Mechanic Mayo volunteered for duty as runner and while delivering a message to a gun commander whose squad was subject to a terrific artillery and machine-gun barrage, a shell burst, killing or wounding all but two of the squad. Salvaging the essential parts of the gun, Mechanic Mayo asked for and was given permission to join the depleted squad. He remained with it until the objective was reached, when he rejoined his platoon commander as a runner.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1935
Home Town: St. Albans, VT

MAYS, DOALEY
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 9th Machine-Gun Battalion, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Doaley Mays, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Connigis, France, July 15, 1918. Sergeant Mays, single-handed, operated a machine gun after the remainder of his squad had become casualties from enemy machine-gun fire. Although exposed to heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, he continued to fire his gun until assistance arrived.
General Orders No. No. 22, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Place, KY

MAYS, HERBERT L.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company G, 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert L. Mays, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Sergeant Mays, with one other soldier, attacked a machine-gun post which was causing much damage. They captured the post, taking prisoner one officer and eight men, and put the gun out of action.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Taylorsville, NC

*MAZKWAZ, LOUIS
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 5th Machine-Gun Battalion, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Louis Mazkwaz, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France, October 4, 1918. Corporal Mazkwaz left the shelter of his trench to rescue soldiers who had been buried by explosion of a shell. Shortly after, while conducting his men to cover, a shell exploded near by, severely wounding a member of his squad. Directing the remainder of the squad to take cover, he went to the assistance of the wounded man and, while rendering first aid, was mortally wounded.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MAZUR, JACK
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jack Mazur, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fleville, France, October 4, 1918. Corporal Mazur led a squad of auto riflemen through intense enemy fire in an attack against an enemy machine-gun position. He rushed the position and killed or captured the gun crew. His action permitted the further advance of units of the battalion held up by the enemy fire.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MAZURKEVCZK, STANLEY
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stanley Mazurkevczk, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulny, France, September 12, 1918. Private Mazurkevczk, with three other soldiers, volunteered to carry wounded men of other companies from in front of our advanced positions, and carried this work on under violent machine-gun fire while a counterattack was developing.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: East Walpole, MA

MAZZONI, LOUIS
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 3 - 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Louis Mazzoni, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near La Forge Farm, France, November 3 - 4, 1918. During the offensive operations west of the Meuse, Private Mazzoni single-handed attacked five of the enemy, who were firing on our column. He crawled through a woods and attacked them from the rear, killing one and taking the rest as prisoners.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Saugus, MA

MCADAMS, HOWARD R.
Captain, U.S. Army
7th Engineers, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4 - 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard R. McAdams, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brieulles, France, November 4 - 5, 1918. Although severely wounded, Captain Mc Adams remained on duty directing the construction of a pontoon bridge across the Meuse River under heavy shell and machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Eveleth, MN

*MCAFEE, JOHN W.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 356th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John W. McAfee, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Pouilly, France, November 8, 1918. While a member of a patrol sent out to reconnoiter the banks of the Meuse River, and when all means of crossing the river had been destroyed, Corporal McAfee, with another soldier, volunteered to swim across, though the other side was held in force by the enemy. Before reaching the opposite bank, he was seized with a cramp, caused by the extremely low temperature of the water, and was drowned.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Gallatin, MO

MCALEXANDER, ULYSSES G.
Brigadier General, U.S. Army
38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ulysses G. McAlexander, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulgonne, France, July 22, 1918. General McAlexander, then a colonel, commanding the 38th infantry, displayed exceptional gallantry when his regiment, attacking without support on either flank, was stopped by severe machine-gun and artillery fire, by going ahead of the most advanced elements of his command, and in full view of the enemy, leading his men by force of his own example to the successful assault of Jaulgonne and the adjoining heights. Later in the day, when progress was again checked, he personally reconnoitered to within 50 yards of hostile machine-gun nests, and through information thus obtained, was enabled to hold an advanced position, with both flanks exposed, for more than 36 hours.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: McPherson, KS

*MCANDREW, EDWARD
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 12th Machine-Gun Battalion, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward McAndrew, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near the Bois-des-Ogons, France, September 30, 1918. Exposing himself fearlessly to enfilading machine-gun fire from the enemy, Sergeant McAndrew directed the placing of the guns of his section in such positions as to protect the advance of the infantry, and, in so doing, was fatally wounded. Despite the fact that one-half of his body was paralyzed as a result of his injury, he insisted upon remaining in command of his section until the action was over. He died in a field hospital shortly after being evacuated.
General Orders 78, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MCARDLE, ALBERT H.
Private, U.S. Army
103d Ambulance Company, 101st Sanitary Train, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Albert H. McArdle, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of Belleau Wood, July 18, 1918. While giving first aid to a wounded soldier who had fallen in a wheat field in range of enemy fire Private McArdle received two machine-gun bullets through the thigh. In spite of his injury he continued at work until the soldier's wounds had been properly dressed and endeavored to carry him out of danger, but fell exhausted from loss of blood.
General Orders No. 125, W.D., 1919
Home Town: East Boston, MA

MCARTY, ARNOT L.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 59th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 & 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arnot L. McArty, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-la Cote Lamont, France, October 3, and the Bois-de-Fay, France, October 9, 1918. On October 3, while acting in the capacity of company runner, Private McArty carried messages to two platoons of his company, through a heavy fire of machine guns and snipers. He successfully delivered the messages, after crawling for a distance of 400 yards. On October 9, in company with one other runner, he delivered messages to a platoon which was engaged in combat liaison duty in the Bois-de-Fay, passing through a severe artillery fire while in the execution of this mission.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Enfield, IL

MCAULIFFE, DANIEL C.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel C. McAuliffe, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Argonne Forest, France, October 4, 1918. Leading his squad on enemy machine-gun nests which had been inflicting severe casualties on his platoon, Corporal McAuliffe opened an effective bombing attack on the nests; and, although severely wounded, he remained in command until the strong point was reduced.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Butte, MT

MCAULIFFE, MICHAEL J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company D, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Michael J. McAuliffe, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Landres-et-St. Georges, France, October 15, 1918. Volunteering for the missions, Sergeant McAuliffe exposed himself in the open to heavy shell and machine- gun fire, to obtain ammunition for his company, after all on hand had been exhausted. He made repeated trips over the battlefield, gathering ammunition from the bodies of the dead, until his entire company had been supplied.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCBREEN, LEO N.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leo N. McBreen, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Meuse-Argonne, France. September 26, 1918. With three other soldiers, Private McBreen crawled across an open field for two hundred yards, subjected the while to intense artillery and machine-gun fire, to execute a flank attack upon three machine-gun emplacements which were holding up our advance. The enemy positions were silenced, seven of the crew being killed and 23 made prisoners.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Geneva, IL

MCBRIDE, EMMETT
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 61st Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Emmett McBride, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Dun- sur-Meuse, France, November 5, 1918. At a critical time, when the advance across the Meuse was being held up by enemy fire, Sergeant McBride displayed exceptional bravery in crossing a damaged pontoon bridge under terrific artillery and machine-gun fire, clearing the bridge-head of the enemy and protecting it. After crossing the Canal, he displayed great bravery in flanking a machine-gun nest single-handed, killing two of the gunners and thereby enabling his company to advance.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Browns Spring, MO

MCBRIDE, FRANK (AKA: ALBERT HICKS)
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company A, 9th Machine-Gun Battalion, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank McBride, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Paroy, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. Upon his own initiative, Sergeant McBride left his dugout under heavy shell fire, and proceeded 200 yards to a house where an officer and another soldier were lying severely wounded. After administering first aid to them, he remained with them until they were evacuated.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MCCAIN, ARTHUR J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Headquarters Detachment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur J. McCain, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 28 - 30, 1918. While acting as a division observer Private McCain remained constantly on duty for several days in a building on the heights of Montfaucon. While in the building portions of it were destroyed by direct artillery fire, and hospital shelling was such that other observers located in the same building withdrew to a safer place. Private McCain, however, remained constantly at his post of duty and obtained important information.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Watertown, SD

*MCCALL, ANDY
Private, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 370th Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Andy McCall, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ferme de la Riviere, France, September 30, 1918. Although relieved on the previous night, Private McCall willingly agreed to substitute for a sick comrade, returning the following day to his dangerous post as advance machine-gunner. During a heavy shelling of his position Private McCall was killed.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Houston, TX

*MCCALL, HOWARD C.
Captain, U.S. Army
59th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard C. McCall, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chezy, France, July 19, 1918. After his company had suffered heavy losses in taking its immediate objective, Captain McCall placed himself at the head of his command and led his men forward in the face of violent shell and machine-gun fire, until he fell mortally wounded, cheering his men on with his last words.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MCCALLISTER, JOSEPH A.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph A. McCallister, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chateau du Diable, near Fismes, France, August 27, 1918. Corporal McCallister personally led his squad in an attempt to capture an enemy machine-gun, and after all of his men had been wounded and he himself severely wounded he withdrew, and, collecting other men, advanced three times to the attack, finally capturing the gun and driving off or killing its crew.
General Orders No. No. 127, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCCANN, KENNETH M.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 102d Field Signal Battalion, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 29 - 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Kenneth M. McCann, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mount Kemmel, Belgium, August 29 - 31, 1918. Corporal McCann, a signalman, worked continuously for 72 hours without relief through repeated gas bombardments. When the forward lines were cut by shell fire, he personally directed the running of a new line under a heavy shell and machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MCCANN, WALTER J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: April 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter J. McCann, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Bois Brule, France. During the action of April 10, 1918, Private First Class McCann displayed conspicuous gallantry by leaving shelter and running through a heavily shelled area to pick up a wounded soldier and carry him unaided and at great personal risk to a dressing station.
General Orders No. No. 107, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Springfield, MA

MCCARTHY, CHARLES A.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 2d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles A. McCarthy, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fleville, France, October 5, 1918. With the assistance of one other soldier, Private McCarthy entered a wood where three machine guns were holding up our attack and, under unusually heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, knocked one of the guns out and rushed the second single-handed. With the assistance of the other soldier, he then succeeded in capturing about 20 prisoners who were in or near the machine-gun nest.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Webster City, IA

MCCARTHY, JAMES J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 132d Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James J. McCarthy, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Bois-du-Fays, France, October 10, 1918. After being severely wounded during an enemy barrage, and although bleeding profusely, Corporal McCarthy remained in line and reorganized a shattered detachment of the 39th Infantry and held the position in the line.
General Orders No. No. 5, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MCCARTHY, MICHAEL P.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 124th Machine-Gun Battalion, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Michael P. McCarthy, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Butgneville, France, November 11, 1918. When violent machine-gun fire had forced his company to take shelter, Sergeant McCarthy, with another soldier, braved the direct and short-range fire, by voluntarily going forward and rescuing a wounded officer, carrying him back to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Girard, IL

MCCARTHY, WILLIAM
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William McCarthy, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Ferme de Meurcy, near Villers-sur-Fere, France, July 29, 1918. After having been wounded and ordered from the field, Private McCarthy went out into an area that was under accurate enemy machine-gun fire and the fire of our own artillery barrage, gave first aid to a wounded comrade, and carried him back to the dressing station.
General Orders No. No. 117, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

MCCARTHY, WILLIAM H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company H, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William H. McCarthy, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 2, 1918. During an artillery bombardment Private McCarthy was wounded and rendered unconscious by the explosion of a large shell. Upon recovering consciousness he gave no thought to his own wound but devoted himself to the rescue of other wounded and carried them through enemy fire to a place of shelter.
General Orders No. No. 19, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Lynn, MA

MCCAULEY, PHILIP J.
Captain, U.S. Army
Battery C, 151st Field Artillery, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: March 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Philip J. McCauley, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Pexonne, France, March 5, 1918. Captain McCauley displayed great presence of mind, promptness and unusual courage in conducting the operations of Battery C, 151st Field Artillery, after being twice wounded and under exceptionally difficult conditions, due to accurately adjusted shell fire near Pexonne, France. His fortitude aided materially in the success of the command.
General Orders No. 126, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Paul, MN

MCCELVEY, GEORGE C.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 7 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George C. McCelvey, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Thibaut, France, August 7 - 9, 1918. Lieutenant McCelvey stood in the swift current of the Vesle River and helped the men of three platoons across. He was pulled into the river twice by drowning men, but each time succeeding in bringing them ashore. On succeeding days he was conspicuously present in places of danger, setting a splendid example to his command.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mount Carmel, SC

MCCLELLAN, ARNO S.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arno S. McClellan, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Sergy, France, August 1, 1918. Second Lieutenant McClellan fearlessly led his platoon in locating and successfully attacking German machine guns, thereby facilitating the advance of his company. He also led a combat patrol in front of his position for the purpose of driving out hostile snipers. Later, when his company was forced to retire to a more sheltered zone. Lieutenant McClellan, with one soldier, remained in an exposed position and rendered valuable service by covering the withdrawal with accurate fire from an automatic rifle.
General Orders 70, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Harveys, PA

MCCLELLAND, HELEN GRACE
Reserve Nurse, U.S. Army
Nurse Corps
Date of Action: August 17, 1917
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Helen Grace McClelland, Reserve Nurse, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while on duty with the surgical team at British Casualty Clearing Station No. 61, British area, France, August 17, 1917. Nurse McClelland occupied the same tent with Miss Beatrice MacDonald, another reserve nurse, cared for her when wounded, stopped the hemorrhage from her wounds under fire caused by bombs from German aeroplanes.
General Orders No. No. 17, W.D., 1926
Home Town: Frederickstown, OH

MCCLELLAND, LEE R.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 371st Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lee R. McClelland, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ardeuil, France, September 30, 1918. While administering first-aid treatment to wounded soldiers on the field Sergeant McClelland received a painful wound on the leg, but without mentioning his injury he remained on duty caring for the wounded under shell fire until the regiment was relieved.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Asheville, NC

MCCLEMENS, FREDERICK W.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frederick W. McClemens, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Romagne, France, October 14, 1918. When the advance of his regiment was held up by enemy machinegun fire and grenades, Private McClemens volunteered as a member of a combat patrol which cut through the enemy lines, captured ten machine guns, killed and captured 15 Germans and forced a large number to surrender to other troops, clearing that part of the Cote Dame Marie of the enemy, thus enabling the advance of the regiment to continue.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Carnegie, PA

*MCCLOUD, JAMES M.
Major, U.S. Army
26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James M. McCloud, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 19, 1918. After being wounded twice during an advance by his battalion on a machine-gun nest near Soissons, Major McCloud continued in the attack until killed.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Burbank, CA

MCCLUER, EDWIN A.
(First Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
344th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin A. McCluer, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jonville, France, September 14, 1918. Commanding a reconnaissance patrol of three tanks, Lieutenant McCluer put to rout a company of German infantry, four pieces of artillery and destroyed eight machine guns. His action was eight kilometers in advance of our front lines.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Urbana, VA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MCCLUER, EDWIN A.
(Second Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
344th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin A. McCluer, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Boise de Montrebeau, France, September 28, 1918. In the attack on the woods, Lieutenant McCluer led his tank patrol on foot through dense wooded territory and in the face of intense fire. He was two kilometers in advance of the infantry front line during this exploit.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Urbana, VA
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MCCLURE, HERBERT C.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Battery E, 129th Field Artillery, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert C. McClure, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cheppy, France, September 27, 1918. Sergeant McClure, although wounded by shell fire while manning a captured German Gun with a detail of cannoneers, remained at his post until relieved, when he returned to his battery, keeping his gun in action until ordered to the Field Hospital by his battery commander.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Independence, MO

MCCLURE, LOWE A.
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
61st Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14 & November 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lowe A. McClure, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Pultiere, France, October 14, 1918, and during the Meuse offensive, November 5, 1918. Lieutenant Colonel McClure, commanding the 3d Battalion, organized his companies and directed their disposition while constantly under fire. At the crossing of the Meuse November 5 he organized his battalion for the attack on Hill 292, and under direct enemy fire, made a reconnaissance which enabled him to capture Hill 292, with more than 100 prisoners and 50 machine guns, without casualty.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Carson City, NV

MCCLURE, ROBERT B.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert B. McClure, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Bellieu Bois, France, October 27, 1918. After being wounded Lieutenant McClure continued to lead his men until he was again wounded by enemy machine-gun fire in the foot and knee. Despite his wounds he reorganized his command and established a line of resistance, retaining active command until relieved by another officer several hours later.
General Orders No. No. 28, W.D., 1921
Home Town: Piedmont, CA

MCCLURE, WALTER R.
Captain, U.S. Army
26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18 - 23 & October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter R. McClure, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Soissons, France, July 17 - 23, 1918, and near Exermont, France, October 4, 1918. Captain McClure displayed exceptional gallantry during the battle at Soissons, July 18 - 23, 1918. From October 4 - 12, 1918, near Exermont, France, he displayed extraordinary heroism in leading his men forward under heavy enemy rifle, machine-gun, and artillery fire, successfully repulsing the enemy's attacks.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1928
Home Town: Hammond, OR

*MCCLUSKEY, ROSS
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 53d Infantry Regiment, 6th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ross McCluskey, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Landersbach, Gerardmer Sector, Alsace, October 4, 1918. Corporal McCluskey was a member of a party of 50 attacked by an enemy raiding party consisting of about 300 storm troops. Although fatally wounded en route to his post from his dugout, he did not falter, and, despite a heavy bombardment, took up his position and continued to fight until the enemy was repulsed. He imbued his men with such fighting spirit that, although greatly outnumbered, they fought until the enemy was decisively beaten.
General Orders No. No. 130, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Eau Claire, WI

MCCOLLUM, JOSEPH
Wagoner, U.S. Army
Company B, 10th Machine-Gun Battalion, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph McCollum, Wagoner, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois- de-Roi, France, July 23, 1918. On duty as a runner, Wagoner McCollum volunteered to re-establish liaison with the French unit, to which his company was attached, after several officers and men had failed in the attempt. He performed the mission successfully, although exposed to heavy fire. Though knocked down and temporarily stunned by the explosion of a shell, he accomplished a second dangerous mission, remaining on duty until ordered to the rear.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Springfield, MA

*MCCOMB, ROY E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 356th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Roy E. McComb, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Foret De Jaulnay, France, November 4, 1918. Sergeant McComb led a section of machine guns with great courage, under heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun fire, silencing three hostile machine-gun nests. Repeatedly exposing himself in order to get the maximum fire effect, this soldier was fatally wounded and died the same day.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cameron, MO

MCCOMBS, SHERMAN B.
Mechanic, U.S. Army
Company F, 138th Infantry Regiment, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Sherman B. McCombs, Mechanic, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Baulny, France, September 28, 1918. When volunteers were called for to ascertain the location of the regiment on the left of his own, Mechanic McCombs immediately responded, and, passing through direct machine-gun and artillery fire, accomplished this dangerous mission with complete success.
General Orders 95, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Louis, MO

*MCCONNELL, JAMES B.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James B. McConnell, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Les Franquettes Farm, France, July 23, 1918. First Lieutenant McConnell continued in command of his platoon after having part of his face shot away by a machine-gun bullet. He later died of his wound.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Syracuse, NY
Other Award: Medal of Honor (Philippine Insurrection)

*MCCONNELL, JOSEPH W.
Captain, U.S. Army
101st Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph W. McConnell, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Trugny Woods, France, July 20, 1918. While commanding the 1st Battalion, 101st Infantry, Captain McConnell encountered concentrated enemy machine-gun fire. Without regard for his own personal safety he reconnoitered in person in advance of his own lines, and located heavily entrenched machine-gun positions. Returning he so directed the fire of his own battalion that it and the elements on the right and left were able to advance. He led his battalion successfully through the attack and by his coolness and leadership was an inspiration to his men. Captain McConnell was killed in action on September 12, 1918.
General Orders No. No. 17, W.D., 1928
Home Town: Dorchester, MA

*MCCONNELL, WILLIAM O.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William O. McConnell, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 18, 1918. After being wounded Private McConnell continued to act as a runner for his company under fire during its three-day advance until killed, July 21, 1918.
General Orders No. No. 32, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Princeton, NJ

MCCOOK, PHILIP J.
Major, U.S. Army
Adjutant General's Department, 9th Infantry Brigade, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Philip J. McCook, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Lion-devant-Dun, France, November 6, 1918. Having at his own request been assigned to the 9th Infantry Brigade, Major McCook was sent out by his brigade commander to reconnoiter the enemy's lines near Lion-devant-Dun and Cote St. Germain, to report on the attack of the 61st Infantry which was engaged in an attack on those places. He passed from front-line units to the command post of the 61st Infantry through severe artillery and machine-gun fire in order to telephone the results of his reconnaissance to his brigade commander. While passing through this heavy fire for the third time, he was severely wounded in the right leg by a fragment of shell. Though his leg was broken and he was unable to walk, he refused to be evacuated until assisted to a telephone where he made his report to his brigade commander. He then refused to have his wound dressed until others had received treatment.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1928
Home Town: New York, NY

MCCORMACK, ALPHONSUS L.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
16th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alphonsus L. McCormack, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Molleville Farm, France, October 15, 1918. Lieutenant McCormack continued in the advance after being wounded by machine-gun fire, taking command of his company and leading it until weakness from his wounds necessitated his evacuation. His gallantry inspired his men to successfully combat.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Boston, MA

MCCORMICK, CHRISTIE F.
Captain, U.S. Army
Company F, 132d Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Christie F. McCormick, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Consenvoye, France, October 9, 1918. Surrounded by the enemy and unable to communicate with the rest of his regiment, Captain McCormick, with only five men, maintained an advanced position against a counter-attack by picked enemy storm troops, remaining in this perilous place throughout the night under terrific fire of enemy artillery and machine guns until the arrival of supporting troops next day.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Algona, IA

MCCORMICK, CLARK T.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company L, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clark T. McCormick, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near the Cote-de-Chatillon, France, November 1, 1918. Sergeant McCormick displayed exceptional bravery in voluntarily leading his platoon into a thick wood, capturing twelve prisoners and two machine guns, which had been causing us heavy loss.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Saginaw, MI

MCCORMICK, LEIGHTON
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Battery B, 7th Field Artillery, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leighton McCormick, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Servillers, France, May 5, 1918. During a heavy enemy bombardment, a member of the battery was severely wounded. Sergeant McCormick, while going to the assistance of this wounded soldier was himself wounded by a shell splinter which passed through his leg above the knee. In spite of his wound, he assisted his comrade to a place of safety and then resumed command of his section, continuing in same until ordered to the rear.
General Orders No. No. 46, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Wilmington, DE

MCCOWIN, ELMER
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 369th Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Elmer McCowin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Ripont Swamp, France, September 26, 1918. While passing through a swamp where most of the platoon was wounded, Private McGowin dressed the wounds of several of his comrades, and after reaching the shelter of a hill beyond returned repeatedly and assisted many of his comrades to a place of safety. He also carried messages through shell and machine-gun fire after being severely gassed.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MCCOY, CHARLES A.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company I, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles A. McCoy, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 5, 1918. Even though he himself was suffering from wounds, Corporal McCoy refused evacuation, but after all superiors of his company had become casualties, he assumed command, reorganizing the forces and consolidating the position, working in the face of murderous machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Freeport, IL

MCCOY, PETE
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Pete McCoy, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Unexpectedly encountering seven of the enemy, Private McCoy, single-handed, killed them all with his bayonet and a hand grenade. As a result of this feat he captured four machine-gun emplacements and took 17 prisoners out of a dugout near by. Upon advancing further he found a wounded officer, whom he sent to the rear in charge of another soldier, and continued on to the objective.
General Orders No. 50, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Morell, KY

MCCRACKEN, LYNN
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company B, 2d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lynn McCracken, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fleville, France, October 4, 1918. During a heavy enemy counterattack Private McCracken conveyed important information through a heavy enemy artillery barrage to and advanced machine-gun platoon of his company. By dashing from shell hole to shell hole, exposed to heavy fire, he accomplished his mission in ample time.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Manilla, IA

MCCRUDDEN, JAMES F.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James F. McCrudden, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 26, 1918. Acting on his own initiative, after all runners had failed to deliver a message, Private Mc-Crudden carried a message through an intense machine-gun fire for the captain of his company. Upon reaching the company he found that the captain had been killed and immediately returned through the same sweeping fire to report the fact.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Yonkers, NY

MCCULLOUGH, CLARE A.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company F, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clare A. McCullough, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Gesnes, France, October 7, 1918. One of four survivors of a platoon of 41 who attacked Hill 269, Corporal McCullough, with the three others, continued on their mission and held the hill for some time without hope of reinforcements.
General Orders No. No. 47, W.D., 1921
Home Town: Meadville, PA

MCCUNN, WALTER T.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 303d Engineers, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter T. McCunn, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 29, 1918. Private McCunn was administering first aid to two wounded comrades in No Man's Land, under heavy shell fire, when an exploding shell killed both of the wounded, rendering him unconscious for more than an hour. Upon his recovery, lie remained at his post, administering treatment to others.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: East Orange, NJ

MCDADE, WILLIAM J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William J. McDade, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Geneve, France, October 8, 1918. While advancing with his platoon on the morning of October 8, Sergeant McDade was seriously wounded in the hip, but insisted upon remaining with his platoon. He was again wounded twice by machine-gun fire, but continued to the objective, where he materially aided in consolidating the position. He was then ordered to the aid station by his commanding officer, and was later evacuated to the hospital.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Statesville, NC

MCDANIEL, JOHN R.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 358th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John R. McDaniel, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vilcey, France, September 12, 1918. When his group had been halted by fire from enemy snipers, Corporal McDaniel, voluntarily exposed himself by standing in the open under fire, shot down three of the snipers from one tree and two from another.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pawhuska, OK

*MCDANIEL, LEE B.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lee B. McDaniel, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Bois-de- Bantheville, France, October 23, 1918. Sergeant McDaniel led his platoon with great bravery and coolness against cleverly concealed machine-guns until he fell severely wounded.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Alma, KS

MCDERMOTT, FRANCIS P.
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Section No. 524, Ambulance Service, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis P. McDermott, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismes, France, August 8, 1918. Sergeant McDermott remained on duty for 30 hours, guiding and directing the ambulances to and from the most advanced points. He volunteered and acted as stretcher bearer in full view of the enemy and under heavy machine-gun fire. At one point he cleared the road of debris, under machine-gun fire, and guided ambulances to the wounded.
General Orders No. 26, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Houtzdale, PA

MCDERMOTT, MORGAN B.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
7th Engineers, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Morgan B. McDermott, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 20, 1918. Accompanied by a soldier, First Lieutenant McDermott made a reconnaissance within the German lines and captured a machine-gun. Under heavy machine-gun fire he gave first-aid treatment to a wounded soldier and continued on his mission until he was himself severely wounded.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Tucson, AZ

MCDONALD, GEORGE G.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 311th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George G. McDonald, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, November 1, 1918. While accompanying a separated detachment Corporal McDonald voluntarily entered a dense woods, infested with snipers and machine-guns, to locate the main body of his company. The success of this mission enabled the lost detachment to occupy their position with the company. During the entire action of his company, Corporal McDonald was forever eager, in his capacity as runner, to assume the most hazardous risks to maintain liaison between units.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Buffalo, NY

MCDONALD, JAMES
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James McDonald, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France. July 31. 1918. After his platoon commander had fallen wounded at the beginning of the advance, and the platoon was becoming demoralized under intense machine gun and artillery fire, Sergeant McDonald assumed command, steadied his men, and led them in a successful attack in a further advance of 150 yards, gaining an important objective and strengthening the defense of the captured position of Hill 212.
General Orders 61, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Saginaw, MI

MCDONALD, JOHN B.
Brigadier General, U.S. Army
181st Infantry Brigade, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John B. McDonald, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for repeated acts of extraordinary heroism in action near Epinonville, France, September 26 - 30, 1918. General McDonald was almost continuously present with the leading elements of his brigade, inspiring his troops by his personal bravery and energy under fire. Near Epinonville, when his command was about to make an attack, and was under heavy artillery fire, General McDonald, by his disregard for personal safety, steadied his men and stimulated them to successful assault on the ridge forming part of the German main line of resistance. Two days later, with one flank exposed by the withdrawal of the unit on the right, he led his brigade in the attack on and capture of Gesnes.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Athena, AL

MCDONALD, ROBERT
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company M, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9 - 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert McDonald, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Souplet, France, October 9 - 10, 1918. Private First Class McDonald showed exceptional bravery and courage by going forward alone on many occasions to gain information of the enemy. He remained on duty with his company after being wounded until ordered to the rear for treatment.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Regle, NC

MCDONALD, ROBERT M.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert M. McDonald, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brancourt, France, October 8, 1918. On the morning of October 8, near the village of Brancourt, France, Sergeant McDonald alone charged an enemy machine-gun nest that was causing many casualties in his platoon and temporarily holding up the advance. He killed the gunner and leader, put the gun out of action, and thus enabled his platoon to advance.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cheraw, SC

MCDONALD, SAM
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company F, 167th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 3 - 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Sam McDonald, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while a member of a patrol in "No Man's Land" in the vicinity of Ancerviller, France, on the night of May 3 - 4, 1918. Corporal McDonald displayed exceptional bravery and coolness when under heavy enemy fire he, together with two of his comrades, went out and brought their wounded leader back to a place of safety. He and his companions then went out again in the face of severe enemy fire and attempted to rescue another member of the patrol.
General Orders No. 6, W.D., 1931
Home Town: Dadeville, AL

*MCDONOUGH, JOHN F.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John F. McDonough, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois, France, September 30, 1918. Upon being wounded in the arm, going through a heavy artillery barrage. Corporal McDonough refused to go to the rear for first aid, but dressed his wound himself, remaining in command of his platoon section until he was killed by shell fire.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Boston, MA

MCDOWELL, EDGAR E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edgar E. McDowell, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehain, France, October 8, 1918. When the second wave of his company was confronted by two enemy machine-gun posts, which had been passed over by the first wave, Private McDowell, from a prone position, sniped at these posts and then rushed one of them. In so doing he was wounded in the wrist, but he continued on and succeeded in killing two Germans and capturing four others. The other post, containing 20 of the enemy, surrendered shortly afterwards.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Hendersonville, NC

MCDOWELL, ELLIOTT E.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Elliott E. McDowell, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Amblimont, France, November 8, 1918. Lieutenant McDowell displayed unusual courage and determination in making a patrol under particularly hazardous circumstances, accompanied by only one soldier Crossing the River Meuse, the east bank of which and the ridge east of it were known to be strongly held by the enemy, they proceeded through numerous machine-gun nests over the ridge, penetrating three kilometers into the hostile position and returning with important information concerning the enemy occupation.
General Orders No. No. 138, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Cambridge, MA

MCELWAIN, HARRY E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry E. McElwain, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fossoy, France, July 15, 1918. During an intense artillery preparation by the enemy Sergeant McElwain voluntarily went out about 1,000 yards through this heavy shell fire to administer first aid to five wounded men.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Unionville, PA

MCELWAIN, HARRY E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry E. McElwain, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fossoy, France, July 15, 1918. During an intense artillery preparation by the enemy Sergeant McElwain voluntarily went out about 1,000 yards through this heavy shell fire to administer first aid to five wounded men.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Unionville, PA

MCENTEE, EUGENE
Private, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Eugene McEntee, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 2, 1918. In charge of maintaining telephone communication while advancing with a patrol, Private McEntee showed marked personal bravery and, after being shot in the ankle, refused to be evacuated and advanced for 1,300 meters under heavy machine-gun fire, repairing telephone lines and making it possible to send valuable information to the rear.
General Orders No. No. 19, W.D., 1921
Home Town: Portland, OR

MCEWEN, GLEN O.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 161st Infantry, 1st Gas Regiment (Attached), 41st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Glen O. McEwen, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Moulin de Guenoville, France, September 26, 1918. Sergeant McEwen, with three other soldiers, advanced nearly 200 yards over an open hillside exposed to machine-gun fire, and carried two wounded men to the protection of a nearby trench.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Spokane, WA

MCFADDEN, JAMES E.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company G, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James E. McFadden, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15, 1918. Corporal McFadden, in command of a squad, defended his position on the banks of the Marne against powerful enemy attacks until all of his men had been killed or wounded and he himself wounded. He later reported to the platoon commander and acted as liaison agent, refusing to go to the rear to have his wound dressed.
General Orders No. No. 24, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Cornplanter, PA

*MCFALLS, HARRY P.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 167th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry P. McFalls, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the attack on Cote-de-Chatillon, France, October 15, 1918. Private McFalls, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, advanced about 100 yards in front of his platoon and by his accurate automatic rifle fire suppressed the fire of the enemy to such an extent that his platoon was enabled to advance with a minimum loss. While in the performance of this act Private McFalls was killed by enemy machine-gun fire. His extreme courage and devotion to duty set a splendid example to the members of his platoon.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Hollins, VA

MCFARLAND, GEORGE W.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 320th Infantry Regiment, 80th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George W. McFarland, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brieulles, France, September 28, 1918. When the Germans counterattacked with a superior number in the Bois-de-Donovan, Corporal McFarland went from post to post under intense machine-gun and artillery fire, collecting all available rifle grenades in the platoon. Although he was seriously wounded by a machine-gun bullet, he continued on duty until his platoon was relieved several hours later.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Latrobe, PA

*MCFARLING, GEORGE
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George McFarling, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, northeast of Chateau-Thierry, France, July 31, 1918. Although he was himself severely wounded, Private McFarling crawled over to an exposed and dangerous place to render first aid to a seriously wounded comrade, and while doing so received a fatal wound.
General Orders No. No. 116, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Flint, MI

MCGAINEY, HUGH P.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hugh P. McGainey, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 8 - 15, 1918. In the Bois-de-Consenvoye, east of the Meuse, Sergeant McGainey, in command of his platoon, led his men, under heavy machine-gun fire, and captured approximately 500 prisoners, three fieldpieces, and many machine-guns. On October 15 he voluntarily .exposed himself to warn his men against gas, and was wounded by shrapnel. He refused to go to the hospital until ordered to do so by the medical officer.
General Orders No. 3, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MCGARRY, PATRICK L.
Private, U.S. Army
Battery B, 109th Field Artillery, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Patrick L. McGarry, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismes, France, September 5, 1918. Seeing a wounded comrade lying in an open field swept by an enemy barrage, he showed marked personal bravery in going to the rescue. Forced to expose himself to enemy fire to aid his companions, he himself was mortally wounded.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Duryea, PA

MCGARTY, MICHAEL J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 306th Machine-Gun Battalion, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Michael J. McGarty, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chevieres, near Grand Pre, France, October 14, 1918. With utter disregard for his own personal safety Sergeant McGarty went forward under heavy enemy machine- gun fire to rescue a severely wounded officer, and displayed extraordinary heroism in action by helping to carry him to a place of safety.
General Orders No. No. 13, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCGAY, GEORGE H.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George H. McGay, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 12, 1918. Organizing a group of 20 men, who had become separated from their organizations, Lieutenant McGay, under machine-gun fire, attacked a strongly entrenched position, defended by a greatly superior number of the enemy, killing three of the hostile force, and capturing 25, together with, four machine- guns.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

*MCGEARY, JOHN
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John McGeary, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur- Fere, France, on August 1, 1918. During this action Private McGeary left his shelter and went out into heavy shell and machine-gun fire to rescue a wounded comrade, receiving fatal wounds in the attempt.
General Orders No. 88, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

MCGEE, EDWARD
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1 - 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward McGee, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Barricourt, France, November 1 - 2, 1918. When volunteers were called for to maintain liaison with the assault battalion during heavy shell and machine-gun fire, Private McGee volunteered and successfully carried out five such missions.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Logan, KS

MCGEE, LAWRENCE T.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 109th Machine-Gun Battalion, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lawrence T. McGee, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fismes, France, August 12, 1918. Seeing a wounded soldier in an ambulance which had broken down while crossing a small bridge, in plain view of the enemy and under heavy artillery fire, Private McGee went to his rescue, and, assisted by another soldier, carried out the wounded man under intense shell fire one-and-one-half miles to a dressing station.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Allentown, PA

MCGILL, DON R.
Captain, U.S. Army
Field Artillery, 308th Trench Mortar Battery, 83d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Don R. McGill, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brabant, France, October 23, 1918. Due to the untiring energy and determination of Captain McGill, eight 6-inch mortars and ammunition were transported to within 800 meters of the enemy lines, greatly aiding in the preparatory artillery bombardment. Although 15 of the 55 men engaged were killed, 13 wounded, and four gassed, the mortars were kept in action until the last one was destroyed by enemy fire.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Nelsonville, OH

MCGINNIS, GEORGE E.
Captain, U.S. Army
110th Ambulance Company, 103d Sanitary Train, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 9 - 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George E. McGinnis, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fismette, France, August 9 - 10, 1918. During the night of the 9th of August, Captain McGinnis, with complete disregard of his personal safety, made a reconnaissance under fire and located a line of evacuation for ambulances from Fismette, and on the morning of the 10th of August, under shell fire, he personally repaired the bridge between Fismes and Fismette, thereby making possible the evacuation of 28 wounded men.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MCGINNIS, WILLIAM H.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 12th Machine-Gun Battalion, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William H. McGinnis, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chery-Chartreuve, France, August 10, 1918. An incendiary shell exploded near a large ammunition dump, near which his company was resting, wounding several of his comrades and setting fire to a portion of the dump. While a second explosion was imminent, Corporal McGinnis rushed into the flames and dragged a wounded man to safety.
General Orders No. 50, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Beckley, WV

MCGINTY, JOHN J.
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 344th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. McGinty, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Varennes, France, September 26, 1918. Gathering several scattered infantrymen, Sergeant McGinty led them into the town of Varennes ahead of the tanks and captured a number of prisoners. He then withdrew to the outskirts of the town to direct the advance of several tanks which had arrived. Returning to the attack on foot, he continued forward until a wound compelled him to retire.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Carbondale, PA

*MCGLINCHEY, WILLIAM J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company A, 305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William J. McGlinchey, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Carrefour-de-Meurrussons, France, September 28, 1918. While his platoon was being heavily bombarded, Sergeant McGlinchey left his place of safety and quiet to rescue a wounded comrade. In attempting this valiant deed, Sergeant McGlinchey lost his own life.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

*MCGLUE, JOHN R.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company B, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John R. McGlue, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. Private first Class McGlue, with Mechanic Copeland, left the protection of a trench and, in the face of heavy machine-gun and grenade fire, went in advance of our lines to rescue a wounded comrade. They were exposed to heavy fire from the time they left the trench. Private McGlue was killed as he and his companion were returning to the trench with the succored wounded comrade.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCGOWAN, FRANCIS
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company F, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis McGowan, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-St. Remy, France, September 12, 1918. Accompanying two other soldiers, Sergeant McGowan rushed forward in advance of his lines, exposed to heavy machine- gun fire, and attacked an enemy machine-gun stronghold which was halting the progress of his platoon. He succeeded in capturing two guns and six of the crew who were manning them.
General Orders No. 26, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Waltham, MA

MCGRATH, HENRY JOHN
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Quartermaster Corps, Army Transportation Service, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry John McGrath, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action between the United States Army chartered transport Amphion and an enemy submarine on the high seas on October 12, 1918. In the face of heavy enemy shell fire Second Lieutenant McGrath took charge of and directed the laying of fire hose along the deck and extinguished a fire which had been started by an exploding shell. Exposing himself to exploding shells and without regard for his personal safety, he carried a wounded seaman across the shell-swept deck to a place of safety. During the entire engagement, which lasted one hour and 20 minutes, this officer displayed great coolness, going from place to place about the ship and encouraging the crew at a time when encouragement was sorely needed. His coolness and the effective manner with which he gave orders inspired everyone and greatly aided the escape of the Amphion.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jacksonville, FL

MCGRAW, JOE W.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joe W. McGraw, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Hearne, Belgium, November 4, 1918. Private McGraw displayed exceptional personal bravery when, with one other soldier, he went to the aid of a comrade who had been attacked and wounded by a patrol of eight Germans, putting the patrol to flight and rescuing the wounded man.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: McGraw, OH

MCGUIRE, EARL R.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company L, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Earl R. McGuire, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Belleau, France, July 18, 1918. After being severely wounded in the head Sergeant McGuire struggled to his feet and led his platoon forward, instilling courage and confidence in his men.
General Orders No. No. 125, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Greenfield, MA

MCGUIRE, JAMES
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James McGuire, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Talma Farm, France, October 23, 1918. Without regard for his own danger, Sergeant McGuire went to the rescue of a wounded comrade to the aid station, crossing and repressing an area swept by intense artillery and machine-gun fire, and under the direct observation of the enemy.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Newark, NJ

MCGUIRE, JAMES, JR.
Private, U.S. Army
Company H, 326th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James McGuire, Jr., Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Juvin, France, October 17, 1918. With exceptional gallantry, Private McGuire voluntarily went out into an area swept by heavy machine-gun fire to rescue a wounded sergeant, and succeeded in carrying the latter a considerable distance through heavy fire to a first-aid station.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Haven, CT

MCGUIRE, LEO F.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Section No. 647, Ambulance Service, A.E.F.
Date of Action: April 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leo F. McGuire, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Seicheprey, France, April 19, 1918. Private First Class McGuire was on duty as driver of an ambulance at an advanced post. During April 19 and 20 he made several trips to and from a dressing station reached by an exposed road in daylight for the purpose of bringing back wounded. On one of these trips the ambulance was blown from the road by the explosion of a shell and he was knocked unconscious by the shock. On recovering consciousness he returned on foot. Although suffering from an injury in the back and not yet recovered from the shock, he wished to return to duty the afternoon of the same day, but was not permitted to do so by the medical officers until the afternoon of the following day.
General Orders No. No. 129, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Tulsa, OK

MCGUIRE, MAURICE J.
Captain, U.S. Army
109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Maurice J. McGuire, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Agnan, France, July 16, 1918. Although painfully wounded shortly after his platoon began an attack, Captain McGuire (then lieutenant) refused to be evacuated until his command was ordered to withdraw. He then saw that their position was firmly held before going to the rear for treatment. His personal heroism was an inspiration to his men.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Scranton, PA

MCGUIRK, HARRY
Corporal, U.S. Army
116th Ambulance Company, 104th Sanitary Train, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry McGuirk, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Haumont, France, October 11, 1918. Corporal McGuirk worked for four days, fearlessly exposing himself to heavy enemy fire in administering first aid and directing the evacuation of the wounded. By his conspicuous bravery and untiring energy he was an example to his men.
General Orders 7, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Principio Furnace, MD

*MCGUIRL, BERNARD
Corporal, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Bernard McGuirl, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 23, 1918. While leading a squad of ammunition carriers, Corporal McGuirl was severely wounded. After a tourniquet had been applied to his wounds he ordered the second in command to continue with the work, refusing the aid of his comrades until their mission had been completed. While on his way to a hospital Corporal McGuirl died of his wounds.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Fitchburg, MA

MCHALE, THOMAS J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas J. McHale, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at the Bois- de-Grimpettes, near Sergy, France, July 30, 1918. When the attack on the Bois-de- Grimpettes was held up by heavy enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, Private McHale volunteered to locate the enemy machine-gun nests. After locating the enemy's positions he returned and with a platoon charged and cleared the nests, killing many of the crew, and successfully led the platoon to the outer edge of the woods where it was found that the enemy was preparing for a counterattack. Private McHale returned and guided his company to the position occupied by the platoon where it later repulsed the enemy counterattack. The courage, judgment, and leadership displayed by Private McHale were a great inspiration to the other members of the command.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MCILWAIN, WILLIAM
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
308th Infantry (Attached), 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William McIlwain, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bazoches, France, August 27, 1918. From the south side of the Vesle, Lieutenant McIlwain volunteered to accompany the attacking platoons in the attack on the town of Bazoches. He crossed the river under heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun fire and entered the town. With utter disregard for his own personal danger Lieutenant McIlwain remained at the front caring for the wounded, without shelter, under direct enemy machine-gun fire, refusing to seek shelter until after all of the wounded had been evacuated.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Lone Wolf, OK

MCINERNEY, JAMES L.
Private, U.S. Army
Battery F, 107th Field Artillery, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James L. McInerney, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fismette, France, August 20, 1918. When the battery to which Private McInerney belonged was changing position at midnight, the detail carrying the supplied was struck by a salvo from an enemy artillery barrage, killing two and wounding several men of the detail. When volunteers were called for by the commanding officer to remove the dead and wounded, Private McInerny was one of the first to volunteer. Private McInerney secured a team and wagon and placed it in a sheltered position. He then made three successive trips across an enemy shell-swept area of three or four hundred yards, each time carrying one of the seriously wounded men to the wagon. On the fourth trip he led five of the less seriously wounded to the sheltered position. After placing the eight men in his wagon he drove with them to the field hospital and later to the hospital at Cohan.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1929
Home Town: Pittsburgh, PA

MCINTYRE, DONALD R.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company E, 310th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Donald R. McIntyre, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 18, 1918. Seeing one of his men lying wounded in a shell hole in front of his main line, Lieutenant Mclntyre passed through an intense barrage to his aid. Having bandaged his wounds, he brought back his mate to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Springfield, MA

MCINTYRE, EUGENE
Corporal, U.S. Army
Ambulance Company 130, 108th Sanitary Train, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Eugene McIntyre, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Hill 281, France, October 3, 1918. After being severely wounded by the explosion of an enemy shell in the dressing station, Corporal McIntyre remained on duty, assisting in caring for the wounded until he fainted from loss of blood.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MCINTYRE, JAMES B.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 28 - August 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James B. McIntyre, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur-Fere, France, July 28 to August 3, 1918. Lieutenant Mclntyre organized his platoon into a carrying party, and on two occasions brought up ammunition and supplies to the battalion in the front line, through heavy machine-gun, rifle, and shell fire. He was knocked down several times and once thrown into the Ourcq River, but successfully carried out his mission.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: North Adams, MA

MCINTYRE, JOHN
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company A, 110th Engineers, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John McIntyre, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cheppy, France, September 26, 1918. While a member of a platoon of wire-cutters, Sergeant McIntyre, with another sergeant, attacked and captured an enemy machine-gun nest that was holding up our advance. One officer, six men and two guns were taken, in the face of intense machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Topeka, KS

*MCKAY, ALBERT G.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 105th Engineers, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Albert G. McKay, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehain, France, October 8, 1918. Corporal McKay, a runner, passed unfalteringly through heavy enemy fire to inform platoon leaders of the location of cover from the advance enemy counter-barrage, continuing to expose himself until all were protected, thereby preventing many casualties. As he was returning from this mission he was badly wounded and died shortly afterward.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Gastonia, NC

MCKAY, JOHN W.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John W. McKay, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action northwest of Bantheville, France, November 1, 1918. Immediately after the beginning of the attack in the Bois-de-Bantheville, France, when his company was held up by a strong machine- gun nest and his company commander and several others were killed by its fire, Corporal McKay, accompanied by an officer and with great gallantry and coolness, attacked and captured the machine-gun nest of four guns, killing or wounding a number of the crew.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Independence, KS

MCKENDRY, STEWART J.
Private, U.S. Army
Battery E, 17th Field Artillery, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stewart J. McKendry, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918. Private McKendry performed his duty of telephone line repairman with great bravery and promptness in spite of intense bombardment of the area where he had to work, going fearlessly and without waiting to be ordered when communication was broken.
General Orders No. No. 101, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MCKENNA, HERBERT F.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert F. McKenna, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur-Fere, France, on July 28, 1918. At the beginning of the attack against the enemy positions on the north bank of the River Ourcq, Sergeant McKenna was wounded in the arm by a machine-gun bullet, yet he continued in the advance and took charge of his platoon when its commander was killed. When the first attack was over he received first aid and then returned to his company, where he assumed the duties of first sergeant in addition to his duties as a platoon commander.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

*MCKENNA, JAMES A., JR.
Major, U.S. Army
165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James A. McKenna, Jr., Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur- Fere, July 28, 1918. Major McKenna was killed while successfully leading a most difficult and trying attack across the River Ourcq, and against the strongly prepared positions on the heights beyond.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

MCKENNA, PATRICK
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Patrick McKenna, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918, After being previously wounded Corporal McKenna charged into thick woods held by the enemy in face of a barrage of hand grenades and killed three single- handed.
General Orders No. No. 102, W.D., 1918
Home Town: St. Paul, MN

MCKEOGH, ARTHUR F.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur F. McKeogh, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, September 29, 1918. In order to obtain ammunition and rations, Lieutenant McKeogh, accompanied by two enlisted men, attempted to reestablish communication between battalion and regimental headquarters. When night came the crawled unknowingly into the center of a German camp, where they lay over three hours undetected. Finally discovered, they made a dash to escape, and Lieutenant McKeogh, in order to protect his men, deliberately drew the enemy fire upon himself. He succeeded, however, in getting through the enemy lines, delivered his message, and effected the reestablishment of communication.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1921
Home Town: New York, NY

MCKERNAN, WILLIAM T.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 24 - 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William T. McKernan, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 24 - 29, 1918. After all the company officers had been killed or wounded Sergeant McKernan took command of the company and led it in effective attack against the enemy on October 25 and again on the 27th. After the attack on the enemy of October 28 Sergeant McKernan secured a box of rifle grenades, and, while a protective barrage was laid down with these, he crawled out in advance of the line and brought in several wounded comrades.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Willimantic, CT

MCKEY, HAROLD G.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 13 - 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harold G. McKey, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Romagne, France, October 13 - 14, 1918. When his company commander was wounded, Lieutenant McKey took command of the company. Although wounded and weakened by the loss of blood, he refused to be evacuated but continued in command of his men for 32 hours under severe machine-gun and artillery fire, until the town of Romagne was taken, remaining in action until ordered to the rear.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

*MCKIBBIN, JAMES M.
Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
306th Machine-Gun Battalion (Attached), 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James M. McKibbin, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chevieres, France, October 14, 1918. During a very heavy artillery barrage, which lasted for approximately two hours, Captain McKibbin displayed great coolness and courage in dressing and administering first aid to the wounded. Informed that a sergeant had been wounded and was lying between our lines and the enemy's line, he went to administer first aid to him. While in the performance of these duties under intense fire, he was wounded by machine-gun fire and later died from the effects of the wound.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Buck Valley, PA

MCKIDDY, ZONA
Private, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Zona McKiddy, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When his platoon had suffered heavy casualties and the runners had been killed by heavy artillery fire, Private McKiddy volunteered to carry a message calling for reinforcements. Making his way through a dense smoke barrage, he succeeded in reaching company headquarters and returning despite the intense bombardment.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Knoxville, TN

*MCKIMMEY, JOHN C.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John C. McKimmey, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October 8, 1918. His organization harassed, and suffering severe losses from enemy machine-gun fire, Lieutenant McKimmey, accompanied by two sergeants, left shelter and advanced across an open area, exposed to enemy fire, in order to attack their position. He lost his life while making the attempt.
General Orders 78, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Comanche, TX

MCKINLEY, EARL M.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
11th Machine-Gun Battalion, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Earl M. McKinley, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois, France, September 26, 1918. Lieutenant McKinley, with another officer, and a soldier, using captured German Maxim guns, pushed forward to a heavily shelled area from which other troops had withdrawn, and by their accurate and effective fire kept groups of the enemy from occupying advantageous positions, maintaining fire superiority all afternoon. Lieutenant McKinley withdrew from his dangerous position when it became too dark to see.
General Orders No. No. 142, W.D., 1918
Home Town: East Liverpool, OH

*MCKINLOCK, GEORGE A., JR.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
2d Brigade, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George A. McKinlock, Jr., Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the attack on Berzy-le-Sec, France, July 21, 1918. Second Lieutenant McKinlock showed noble disregard of self and devotion to duty by traversing the front lines for information necessary in connection with his work as intelligence officer, and while fearlessly performing this work was killed.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Lake Forest, IL

MCKINNEY, LOATER LOYD
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Loater Loyd McKinney, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehain, France, October 8, 1918. Accompanying two comrades, Private McKinney attacked with hand grenades an enemy machine-gun stronghold, containing at least 40 Germans and four machine guns, and forced the enemy to surrender.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Spartanburg, SC

MCLAIN, ALEXIS M.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alexis M. McLain, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Souplet, France, October 10, 1918. After one soldier had been killed and another wounded in the attempt, Private McLain carried a message under heavy fire to company headquarters, bringing up reinforcements, which saved his platoon.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Winston-Salem, NC

MCLAIN, CHARLES L.
Captain, U.S. Army
110th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15 & September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles L. McLain, Captain, U.S. Army, for repeated acts of extraordinary heroism in action on the Marne River, France, July 15, 1918, and at Apremont, France, September 29, 1918. Captain McLain was an observer with the French when the enemy attack on the Marne River was started July 15, 1918. All the officers of an infantry company having been killed or wounded, he voluntarily reorganized the remainder of the company and successfully fought his way through the enemy, upon two occasions being surrounded. In this operation he was badly gassed. At Apremont, September 29, when his own company had reached its objective, Captain McLain, finding that another company was without officers, voluntarily assumed command of it and led the first waste. In so doing Captain McLain was wounded, but he continued in action until the objective was reached.
General Orders No. No. 143, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Indiana, PA

*MCLAUGHLIN, EDWARD J.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
113th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward J. McLaughlin, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Etraye Ridge, France, October 23, 1918. Assuming command of his company after the death of his commanding officer, Lieutenant McLaughlin displayed remarkable courage and coolness in leading his men to the summit of the Ridge, until he was severely wounded. He was killed shortly afterward by shell fire as he was being evacuated in an ambulance.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Newark, NJ

*MCLAUGHLIN, EDWARD R.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwar R. Mclaughlin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 18, 1918. The platoon of which Private McLaughlin was a member was cut off from the rest of the company by an intense artillery barrage. It was imperative to communicate with company headquarters. He delivered a message through extremely heavy fire. While on the return trip with the reply he was hit by an enemy shell and instantly killed.
General Orders No. No. 22, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Wampum, PA

MCLAUGHLIN, EDWIN W.
Mechanic, U.S. Army
Company I, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin W. McLaughlin, Mechanic, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. While the rest of his company was being held up by intensive machine-gun fire of the enemy, Mechanic McLaughlin advanced alone and put the guns out of action. On several other occasions he volunteered and accompanied patrols in attack against enemy nests, each time proving himself of the greatest assistance, successfully accomplishing his mission, despite great hazards.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Middletown, NY

MCLAUGHLIN, JOHN
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John McLaughlin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sedan, France, November 7, 1918. After ten of the 16 men of his patrol had been wounded and others scattered by machine-gun fire, Corporal McLaughlin, with two other soldiers, continued on his mission. He located six guns and returned with valuable information, which was turned over to the troops relieving his regiment. This mission was carried out under continuous machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Wards Island, NY

MCLAWHON, LEWIS B.
Saddler, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lewis B. McLawhon, Saddler, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chateau-Thierry, France, on June 6, 1918. While attached to the headquarters of a machine-gun company of the Infantry, Saddler McLawhon made eight trips as a runner to and from advance platoons. He showed heroic coolness in the face of machine- gun fire and absolute fearlessness in the execution of his work.
General Orders No. No. 102, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Winterville, NC

MCLEAN, STEPHEN
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stephen McLean, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mouilly, France, September 12, 1918. When the advance of his platoon was belated by heavy machine-gun fire from the front, Private McLean exposed himself to heavy fire, charged and captured the enemy position. Single handed he forced nine of the enemy to surrender and enabled his platoon to continue the advance.
General Orders No. No. 27, W.D., 1920
Home Town: West Roxbury, MA

MCLELLAND, WILLIAM D.
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
314th Ambulance Company, 304th Sanitary Train, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29 - October 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William D. McLelland, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois and Montfaucon, France, September 29 to October 1, 1918. Lieutenant McLelland displayed untiring energy in bringing in the wounded while continually subjected to machine-gun and shrapnel fire. It was necessary to move the dressing station to some abandoned German dugouts because of the heavy fire, and during the bombardment this station was set on fire and six men killed, but Lieutenant McLelland, by his coolness and courage, enabled the speedy evacuation of the wounded.
General Orders No. 126, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mooresville, NC

MCLENNAN, DONALD J.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Donald J. McLennan, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October 8, 1918. Leading a patrol of ten men with orders to gain contact with the enemy, Lieutenant McLennan was suddenly subjected to terrific machine-gun fire which wounded two of his men. He quickly ordered his men to shelter, and in order to insure their safety, he ran across an open space for a distance of 30 yards to draw the enemy's fire. Rejoining his patrol by passing through the same deadly fire, he ordered them to withdraw, covering their withdrawal, and reporting back to his company commander with his two wounded men and much valuable information.
General Orders No. 50, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Wausau, WI

*MCLEOD, HERMAN L.
Captain, U.S. Army
325th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman L. McLeod, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Juvin, France, October 11, 1918. Captain McLeod at a critical time during an enemy counterattack assumed command of an improvised platoon and by fearlessly exposing himself to encourage his men repulsed the attack and held the position, although it had been previously evacuated by a company under a very severe counterattack. In the performance of this hazardous duty Captain McLeod lost his life.
General Orders No. 9, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Mobile, AL

MCLEOD, MARION F.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
323d Infantry Regiment, 81st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Marion F. McLeod, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Manheulles, France, November 11, 1918. While advancing with his platoon, under perilous shell fire, Lieutenant McLeod was severely wounded. Refusing aid, he remained and while his platoon was suffering heavy casualties he succeeded in holding his platoon under control and advancing it.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Columbia, SC

MCLOUD, PAUL
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
11th Railway Engineers, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 30, 1917
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Paul McLoud, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Gouzeaucourt, France, November, 30, 1917, in remaining under shell fire until the escape of his men, who had been caught unarmed by the German attack, was assured. First Lieutenant McLoud then assisted in leading troops to the trenches, directing the procurement and distribution of ammunition, and displaying coolness, and judgment while continually under fire.
General Orders No. No. 129, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Albany, NY

MCLOUGHLIN, COMERFORD
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
369th Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Comerford McLoughlin, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Ripont, France, September 26, 1918. In command of a company of his regiment during the assault on the enemy's position Lieutenant McLoughlin voluntarily exposed himself to a concentration of enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, made his way with great difficulty over rough and broken ground, and rescued his wounded battalion commander and his battalion adjutant and several wounded enlisted men, all of whom he carried to a dressing station, thus undoubtedly saving their lives. The undaunted courage and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant McLoughlin inspired the men of his regiment to great endeavors.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Rye, NY

MCLOUGHLIN, JOHN J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company K, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. McLoughlin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur-Fere, France, on July 28, 1918. Without assistance Corporal McLoughlin cleared out a farm house, killed four of the enemy, took one prisoner, and held the position by himself until support arrived. Prior to this he had left shelter to give first aid to a comrade who was lying severely wounded in the open.
General Orders No. No. 108, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCLOUGHLIN, WILLIAM
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 3d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 21/1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William McLoughlin, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Berzy-le-Sec, France, July 21, 1918. Private McLoughlin advanced against a machine gun and, single handed, killed or captured the entire crew.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Anaconda, MT

MCMANAWAY, HERMAN BLAIR
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company A, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman Blair McManaway, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Hardicourt, France, September 26, 1918. Volunteering to act as stretcher bearer, Corporal McManaway assisted in evacuating the wounded, during a severe gas shelling. Realizing the presence of strong gas, he unhesitatingly took off his mask and placed it on a wounded man whose mask had been shot away, and in so doing he was badly gassed. It then became necessary to evacuate him, but his heroic and timely act saved the life of his comrade.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Greenville, SC

MCMANUS, WALTER P.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company M, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter P. McManus, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Le Catelet, France, September 29, 1918. The platoon which he commanded being driven to shelter by intense enemy artillery and machine-gun fire and many of its members wounded, Sergeant McManus, with complete disregard for his own safety and disregarding this heavy fire, advanced in plain view of the enemy, rescued a wounded man of his platoon, and although he himself was severely wounded applied first aid and brought his wounded comrade back to a place of comparative safety, thereby saving the latter's life.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MCMORRIS, WILLIAM R.
Captain, U.S. Army
Company M, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William R. McMorris, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Argonne Forest, France, October 4, 1918. Captain McMorris directed the advance of his company through an intense artillery barrage and against heavy machine-gun fire. When the battalion commander had been wounded he assumed command of the battalion and led it to its objective, after which he consolidated the new position. While personally resisting an enemy counterattack he was wounded.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Bay City, MI

MCMUNN, RICHARD L.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
130th Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Richard L. McMunn, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chateau-et-Ferme-de-Aulnois, France, November 7, 1918. Leading his platoon against a strong machine-gun emplacement, Lieutenant McMunn cut his way through two bands of barbed wire and succeeded in reaching the stronghold. Although suffering from severe wounds, which he received during the raid, he remained on duty until the action was over.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Olney, IL

*MCNAMARA, JOHN P.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company D, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John P. McNamara, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Landres-et-St. Georges, France, October 14 - 15, 1918. Under direct and heavy enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, Private McNamara repeatedly carried messages across open ground during the attack upon Landres-et-St. Georges. Accompanying a patrol October 14, he was wounded in the arm and leg, but continued on with the patrol, which penetrated the enemy lines, where he engaged in hand-to-hand fighting. While thus engaged he was mortally wounded, and carried by his comrades to his own lines, where he died two days later. His splendid courage and devotion to duty inspired the men of his patrol to great endeavors.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Staten Island, NY

*MCNAMEE, WILLIAM J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 3d Ammunition Train, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William J. McNamee, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy and Chateau-Thierry, France, July 15, 1918. On the morning of the 15th of July, Private McNamee, with Private Eckweiler, volunteered and brought up a truck for the purpose of saving the records of the 30th Infantry, which were in danger of capture. He was killed while attempting this mission.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: New York, NY

MCNEECE, JOHN H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John H. McNeece, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Houppy Bois, north of Verdun, France, October 23, 1918. On duty as a runner, Private McNeece repeatedly carried messages under the heaviest shell and machine-gun fire. He also performed heroic service in carrying wounded soldiers to shelter and administering first aid. Though he was almost exhausted, he voluntarily went to the rear under heavy artillery fire and procured food, which he brought back and distributed among his comrades in the shell holes.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Holbrook, MA

MCNEIL, EDWARD H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 103d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward H. McNeil, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bouresches, France, July 20, 1918. Upon reaching his objective, Hill 190, in front of Bouresches, Private McNeil found he was the only man of his squad left. Going forward, he entered an enemy machine-gun position and at the point of his bayonet captured three machine guns and five prisoners.
General Orders No. 125, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mexico, ME

MCNERNEY, EDWARD J.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward J. McNerney, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Epieds, France, July 22, 1918. Sergeant McNerney, with one other soldier, went to the rescue of a wounded comrade, through a severe machine-gun fire at a direct range of only 350 yards, and carried the wounded man to safety.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Lowell, MA

MCNICHOLAS, THOMAS G.
Captain, U.S. Army
115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas G. McNicholas, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Boise-de-Consenvoye, France, October 26, 1918. Upon learning that one of the officers had been wounded by enemy fire and was lying in an exposed position, Captain McNicholas left his post of command at battalion headquarters and with complete disregard for his own safety made his way through concentrated enemy machine-gun, rifle, and artillery fire, found the wounded officer and carried him to a place of shelter within his own lines. The bravery and devotion to his brother officer displayed by Captain McNicholas greatly inspired the men of his battalion.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Cockeysville, MD

MCNIFF, JOSEPH J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 25, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph J. McNiff, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Belleau Bois, France, October 25, 1918. When the detachment to which he belonged was cut off and surrounded by the enemy and reinforcements were needed urgently, Corporal McNiff volunteered to carry a message requesting assistance to the nearest post of command, despite the fact that several runners had been shot down in attempting to get through the enemy fire. Making his way over open ground swept by intense enemy machine-gun and artillery fire, Corporal McNiff, with no thought other than to bring up much needed aid, fought his way through an enemy outpost line and delivered the message in time to save the detachment.
Decorations U.S. Army, Supplement III, 1940
Home Town: South Boston, MA

MCNULTY, CLARENCE J.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clarence J. McNulty, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Gesnes, France, October 7, 1918. When his battalion was forced to retire under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, Private McNulty, accompanied by Private William A. Jacobson, went out in front of the battalion, administering first aid and bringing in the wounded who had been left lying in exposed positions. While they were carrying back a wounded soldier, Private Jacobson was wounded, whereupon Private McNulty alone carried the wounded man to the dressing station and then immediately returned to assist Private Jacobson.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MCNULTY, HERMAN L.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
354th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman L. McNulty, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Remonville, France, November 1, 1918. At the head of his company following close upon the barrage, First Lieutenant McNulty inspired his men by his personal valor, and, when wounded by a machine-gun bullet in the leg, refused to be evacuated. After his wound had been bound up he continued with his company in the advance, remaining on duty till the objective had been reached and consolidated.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Huntington, WV

MCPIKE, LESLIE ALBERT
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 8th Machine-Gun Battalion, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leslie Albert McPike, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Foret, France, October 22, 1918. Having been sent with his section to defend a difficult position, Sergeant McPike succeeded in breaking up a hostile counterattack, though his ammunition was exhausted in so doing. Shortly afterwards, when another counterattack was made against him, he and his men held off the enemy with their pistols, though at one time the Germans had closed in from three sides. Their courageous stand checked the enemy until fresh ammunition could be brought up, whereupon the hostile attack was completely repulsed.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Bedford, IN

MCRAE, DUNCAN K.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company M, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Duncan K. McRae, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Gesnes, France, October 11, 1918. Sergeant McRae took out a patrol for the purpose of ascertaining the position of the enemy and the location of machine-guns. Three of his men were killed, but he continued on over difficult terrain and returned with information of the highest value in subsequent operations.
General Orders No. 1, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Helena, MT

MCSORLEY, JAMES
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company E, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James McSorley, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Roncheres, France, July 30, 1918. Painfully wounded in the left arm, Sergeant McSorley continued to lead his platoon in the face of terrific machine-gun fire, remaining with his men and directing the advance until he was ordered to the rear.
General Orders 66, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Eau Claire, WI

MCSWEENEY, DANIEL S.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel S. McSweeney, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ivoiry, France, September 27, 1918. Leaving a place of shelter, Sergeant McSweeney voluntarily crawled about 400 yards in advance of the front-line elements of his battalion and attempted to rescue a wounded officer. He then crossed an area swept by intense enemy machine-gun fire and attempted to capture an enemy machine gun which was causing heavy casualties in his company. While so engaged he was severely wounded by enemy fire.
General Orders No. No. 14, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Pittsburgh, PA

*MCVEY, JOSEPH E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18 - 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph E. McVey, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 18 - 21, 1918. After his platoon commander had been wounded, Private McVey took command of the platoon and displayed exceptional initiative, good judgment, and devotion to duty. He alone captured a machine-gun which was holding up the advance and continued to lead his men forward until reaching their final objective. He himself was killed.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Kansas City, MO

MCVICKAR, LANSING
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
1st Battalion, Headquarters, 7th Field Artillery, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lansing McVickar, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Very, France, October 4, 1918. Lieutenant McVickar volunteered and took forward a gun to the aid of the infantry under most hazardous circumstances. Despite the loss of two horses and the wounding of several of his men, he continued until he encountered an enemy barrage, from which it was necessary to take cover. He exposed himself to the barrages on five different occasions to bring in wounded men.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cambridge, MA

MCVICKER, FRANKLIN D.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Franklin D. McVicker, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Vaux, France, July 1, 1918. Acting as stretcher bearer, although wounded twice, Private McVicker continued to make trips through an intense barrage to carry back wounded.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Portage, PA

MEADOR, ERNEST
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 122d Machine-Gun Battalion, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ernest Meador, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-Chaume, France, October 10, 1918. Having induced a stretcher bearer to accompany him, Private Meador made his way through heavy shell and machine-gun fire to the front of the line, to aid a wounded comrade. His stretcher bearer was killed in the exploit, but Private Meador placed the man on the stretcher and dragged him back to safety.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Delavan, IL

MEBRESKI, MICHELL
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company I, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Michell Mebreski, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 12, 1918. Corporal Mebreski, with about 12 men, assisted in flanking a machine-gun nest and then captured a German ammunition dump, with about 65 prisoners.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Beacon, NY

MECOM, JOHN H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John H. Mecom, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, France, July 31, 1918. Though severely wounded while advancing with his platoon in the face of heavy fire from enemy machine guns, Private Mecom refused to return to the rear for first aid and he not only continued in the advance but with another soldier successfully attacked a machine-gun nest.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Eufaula, OK

*MEDEIROS, FRANK L.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank L. Medeiros, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the counterattack by the enemy near Cantigny, France, May 28, 1918. By courageous devotion to duty and presence of mind under fire Sergeant Medeiros prevented the advance against the left flank of his command, which threatened the success of the battle, While exposing himself fearlessly to distribute ammunition and to counsel his men he was killed.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: South Boston, MA

MEEHAN, EDWARD J.
Captain, U.S. Army
Company D, 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 17 - 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward J. Meehan, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Monthurel, France, July 17 - 18, 1918. Early in the morning while in an advanced position in the fight, Captain Meehan was severely wounded, but refused to leave his command, and continued to direct its operations until it was relieved the night of July 18, 1918.
General Orders No. No. 109, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

*MEEHAN, GEORGE R.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George R. Meehan, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 5, 1918. Lieutenant Meehan led his platoon through heavy artillery and machine-gun fire and urged his men forward in the attack by advancing ahead of the line. He was mortally wounded while in advance of his platoon. His example was such that inspired his men to continue in the advance and take their objective.
General Orders No. 60, W.D., 1920
Home Town: New York, NY

*MEEK, FIELDING V.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fielding V. Meek, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Liny, France, October 5, 1918, Private Meek distinguished himself by his untiring efforts in administering first aid to the wounded never hesitating to expose himself to danger in searching for wounded on the field. While making his way through unusually heavy machine-gun fire to a wounded soldier, whom he had seen fall, Private Meeks was mortally wounded.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Smithfield, KY

MEEKS, CORBETT
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Corbett Meeks, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 21, 1918. During a counterattack, First Sergeant Meeks advanced alone over open country, under heavy machine-gun fire, to a sniping point, and by his efficient resistance, greatly aided in the breaking up of the counterattack.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Neola, KY

MEFFIN, JAMES D.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James D. Meffin, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 15, 1918. Corporal Meffin showed extraordinary courage and bravery in going beyond our front line, under heavy machine-gun fire, and bringing back two wounded comrades.
General Orders No. 23, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Springfield, MA

MELFI, JERRY
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jerry Melfi, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-Bantheville, France, October 14, 1918. After two runners had been wounded attempting to get liaison with the troops on the left of his regiment, Private Melfi, though sick from exposure, volunteered and successfully crossed an open field which was constantly swept by enemy machine-gun fire. Having accomplished his mission, he returned through the same machine-gun fire and delivered to his company commander the information he had gained. Private Melfi's devotion to duty and fearlessness were an inspiration to his comrades.
General Orders No. No. 49, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Swissvale, PA

MELLEN, CLIFFORD B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clifford B. Mellen, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 16, 1918. When Private Mellen was in a shell hole with an officer and eight men, the enemy threw some hand grenades, one landing among the men. Private Mellen seized it and attempted to throw it out when it exploded. His action saved the lives of his comrades, but resulted in a severe injury to himself.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Worcester, MA

MELROSE, ANDREW R.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Andrew R. Melrose, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vendhuile, France, September 28, 1918. Leaving the protection of a trench, Corporal Melrose crawled out under heavy machine-gun and sniper fire, and rescued a British officer who had fallen in an exposed position. His example was an inspiration to the men serving with him.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Marcus, IA

*MENARD, ALEXANDER
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company K, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Alexander Menard, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. Corporal Menard, with three other soldiers, went out into an open field under heavy shell and machine-gun fire and succeeded in carrying back to our lines four seriously wounded men.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Malone, NY

MENDELSON, JOSEPH A.
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 15 - 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph A. Mendelson, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ville Savoye, France, August 15 - 16, 1918. During a heavy enemy bombardment with gas and high explosive shells, Lieutenant Mendelson worked for more than three hours, picking up wounded and gassed men and securing their evacuation, being forced to remove his gas mask in order to accomplish this work. Though he was almost exhausted from fatigue, he then proceeded to the aid station of another battalion and assisted in treating hundreds of men. Though he was himself suffering from the effects of gas, he refused to go to the hospital upon the completion of this work, as all the other medical officers had been evacuated.
General Orders 95, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Washington, DC

MENDENHALL, FRED D.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
7th Engineers, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred D. Mendenhall, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 20, 1918. Although his platoon was constantly under heavy shell and machine-gun fire, Lieutenant Mendenhall courageously directed the wiring of an extreme northern outpost line of infantry on October 20, 1918. On the night of October 10, 1918, he skillfully directed the construction of a pontoon bridge over the Loison River. So close to the enemy was his platoon that it was necessary to lash the bridge together, because the hammering of nails drew instant machine-gun fire from the enemy.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Denver, CO

MENEFEE, MARVIN JAMES
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Marvin James Menefee, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Molleville Farm, France, October 12, 1918, while in charge of a 37-mm. gun section in advance of the assaulting troops, Lieutenant Menefee displayed unusual courage by operating the gun himself after his gunners had been killed, thereby reducing a machine-gun nest which had been holding up the line.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Luray, VA

MENGE, WILLIAM M.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William M. Menge, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne-a-Arnes, France, October 3 - 9, 1918. Throughout the engagement Private Menge tended the wounded under shell fire and machine-gun fire, continuing with his work after two of his assistants had been killed and one wounded.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Elizabeth, NJ

MENGES, BEN H.
Private, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ben H. Menges, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Blanc Mont, France, October 3, 1918. By crawling forward alone across a clearing swept by German machine-gun fire, and armed only with his rifle and bayonet, Private Menges killed four of the enemy who resisted him and after clearing out several dugouts in the woods, returned with eight prisoners and valuable information. His act of valor was instrumental in warding off a strong enemy counterattack.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Athens, ME

MENTER, LINUS H.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Linus H. Menter, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne-a-Arnes, France, October 6, 1918, During the day and night of October 6 Private Menter constantly exposed himself under heavy fire, giving first aid to the wounded and assisting in their evacuation.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Parish, NY

MERCER, HOWARD F.
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard F. Mercer, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Stonne, France, November 6, 1918. Voluntarily leading a patrol for a flank attack on the town of Stonne, through unusual artillery fire and exacting machine-gun fire, Sergeant Mercer, leaving his patrol, went forward alone to draw fire from the nests in order to divert the enemy's attention from the attacking patrol.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MERLE-SMITH, VAN SANTVOORD
Captain, U.S. Army
165th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Van Santvoord Merle-Smith, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-sur-Fere, France, on July 28, 1918. Captain Merle-Smith was in command of a company at the crossing of the River Ourcq. Despite the loss of all the other officers in his company, and although wounded himself, he continued to direct his men effectively against the enemy. When his major was killed he succeeded to the command of the battalion and led it forward throughout the day with courage and gallantry.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

MERRICK, ROBERT G.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
10th Field Artillery, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert G. Merrick, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Courboin, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. After the members of his telephone detail had been pressed into service as runners under a hostile bombardment so severe that telephone communication could not be maintained, Lieutenant Merrick volunteered to drive an ambulance. He made three trips under terrific shell fire to evacuate wounded from Greves Farm.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MERRIFIELD, EDWARD L.
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 366th Infantry Regiment, 92d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 4,1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward L. Merrifield, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Lesseux, France, September 4, 1918. Although he was severely wounded, Private Merrifield remained at his post and continued to fight a superior enemy force which had attempted to enter our lines, thereby preventing the success of an enemy raid in force.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Greenville, IL

MERRILL, JESSE HERBERT
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 16 - 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jesse Herbert Merrill, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Ronvaux, France, September 16 - 17, 1918. With the remark, "I can get through and I can find him," Private Merrill volunteered and carried a message from his regimental commander to the commander of an advance battalion, through a fire that seemed impassible. He returned with amazing promptness with an answer to the message. This soldier made several other trips on the same night, finding his way through a dark forest, actually walking on bodies of men who had fallen in the only path that could be used.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Elizabethtown, NY

MERRIMON, CLIFTON
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 372d Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clifton Merrimon, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bussy Farm, France, September 27, 1918. Corporal Merrimon attacked with hand grenades an enemy machine-gun which was causing heavy losses to his platoon, and succeeded in killing the gunner and putting the gun out of action. He then organized the remainder of the platoon and led them to their positions in the trenches south of Bussy Farm.
General Orders No. 13, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cambridge, MA

MERRITT, CHARLES B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 345th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles B. Merritt, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cheppy, France, September 26, 1918. While he was directing a column of tanks through a mine field, assisted by another soldier, his companion was wounded, but he continued with his work until all tanks had safely passed through. Returning, Private Merritt assisted his wounded comrade to safety, after which he carried messages through an intense bombardment of artillery and machine guns.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MERRITT, HARRY P.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company I, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry P. Merritt, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, November 1, 1918, After having established an observation post without aid in broad daylight and under perilous shell fire of the enemy, Sergeant Merritt volunteered and carried rations to the post under cover of darkness. Though knocked down by shell concussion, he reached every man who was unable to leave his post, and his entire exploit was carried out under most harassing machine-gun and artillery fire.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Montclair, NJ

MERRITT, HENRY C.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 18 - 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry C. Merritt, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Gland, France, June 18 - 19, 1918. After successfully crossing the Marne with a night patrol, Lieutenant Merritt captured three prisoners. The patrol was then fired on by a detachment of the enemy, and, in the hand-to-hand conflict which followed, all of the enemy were killed. The patrol returned to our lines with one prisoner, and only two of the members wounded.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Tuckahoe, NY

MERSHON, VANCE
Captain, U.S. Army
28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Vance Mershon, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 4 - 11, 1918. After the battalion commander and all the senior officers had been killed or wounded, Captain Mershon (then a first lieutenant) took command of the battalion and led it successfully to its objective, remaining with it after being painfully wounded, until properly relieved and the new commanding officer thoroughly acquainted with the situation. He then had his wound dressed and returned to his company, actively supervising the laying of barrages by indirect fire. On the third day he was ordered to the rear, there had his wounds dressed, again returning to his company, remaining with it until it was relieved and reorganized. His courage, self-sacrifice, and utter disregard for his own personal danger was a material inspiration to his men while under the terrific bombardment by enemy artillery.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Buckner, MO

MERZ, HARRY
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
105th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry Merz, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Dickebusch sector, Belgium, August 27, 1918. When his company was occupying a front-line position and suffering heavy losses from a near-by enemy sniper, Lieutenant Merz, locating the sniper, left his shelter and at great personal danger courageously advanced and succeeded in destroying the sniper and his nest with hand grenades.
General Orders No. No. 56, W.D., 1922
Home Town: New York, NY

MESSINA, JOHN
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company B, 328th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Messina, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at the attack on Hill 223, Chatel-Chehery, Argonne Forest, France, October 7, 1918. Corporal Messina, under heavy shell and machine-gun fire at the risk of his life carried a wounded officer from a shell hole to the regimental first-aid station.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1921
Home Town: Boston, MA

*MEYER, ALBERT C.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company G, 326th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Albert C. Meyer, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Juvin, France, October 11, 1918. After his platoon had suffered heavy casualties through the devastating fire, Sergeant Meyer, although suffering from a wound, reorganized the remnants of the platoon and continued the advance. He was again wounded, but refused evacuation. He insisted on remaining with and cheering the men, until struck the third time when he fell mortally wounded.
General Orders 78, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jeanette, PA

*MEYER, FRANK E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank E. Meyer, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Romagne, France, October 8, 1918. Sergeant Meyer courageously led his platoon through a terrific barrage and silenced a machine-gun position which was enfilading the attacking line. This soldier was killed later in this action.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Lanesville, IN

*MEYER, FRED H.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred H. Meyer, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cantigny, France, May 27, 1918. While acting as helper on an automatic rifle team which was under heavy machine-gun fire, Private Meyer placed himself so as to shield the gunner from the hostile fire, enabling him to operate his gun so as to neutralize the fire of two enemy machine guns. Private Meyer was mortally wounded, his heroic action costing him his life.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MEYERING, WILLIAM D.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: April 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William D. Meyering, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Riga, France, while commanding a platoon of infantry which was attacked by the enemy on the morning of April 6, 1918. First Lieutenant Meyering took effective measures before and during the attack to defeat the enemy and handled his men well, under fire, until he was seriously wounded. Forced to attend to his wound, he refused assistance and walked through the enemy's barrage to a dressing station. He objected to being taken to the rear till he knew the outcome of the attack. His brave example inspired his men to drive off the enemy, who did not reach our trenches. He lost his right hand by amputation as the result of the wound.
General Orders No. No. 59, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MEYERS, JAMES P. (AKA: JAMES E. PORTER)
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James P. Meyers, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action under the name James E. Porter. (See alias for citation)
Home Town: , Unknown

MEZOFF, JOHN J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. Mezoff, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Samogneux, France, October 15, 1918. When his company was subjected to severe machine-gun fire, Corporal Mezoff, with two other soldiers, attacked a nest of four machine guns, killing eight of the enemy and capturing 27.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Waverly, VA

MIANOVICH, STANKO
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Stanko Mianovich, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Separated from his platoon, Corporal Mianovich encountered a patrol of 18 Germans, attacked them and killed three and captured 15.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Zeigler, IL

MICHAELIS, CHARLES W.
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles W. Michaelis, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chipilly Ridge, France, August 10, 1918. Private Michaelis showed gallantry in attacking an enemy machine-gun nest with his platoon sergeant, killing the crew and capturing the gun, which he used later effectively against the enemy.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: East St. Louis, IL

MICHAELS, EMMET C.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Emmet C. Michaels, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Somme- Py, France, October 3, 1918. After five members of an automatic rifle squad had been killed by sniper fire, and the others were unable to take a machine-gun nest, which was holding up the advance of the company, Lieutenant Michaels led the remaining members of the squad against the nest, capturing 15 of the gunners and lulling the others. Later, Lieutenant Michaels was severely wounded while carrying a wounded member of his platoon to safety, but refused medical attention until the soldier had been cared for.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Joseph, MO

MICHALKA, GUSTAVE A.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Gustave A. Michalka, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, northeast of Chateau-Thierry, France, July 31, 1918. When his platoon advanced up the slope in front of the Bois les Jomblets, it became necessary to put out of action an enemy machine gun that was cutting up the platoon. Corporal Michalka grasped the situation and at the risk of his own life advanced upon the nest with two of his men, killed the operators, and captured the gun.
General Orders No. No. 117, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Flint, MI

MICKLISH, FRED
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred Micklish, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fossoy, France, July 15, 1918. Acting as runner, Private Micklish made repeated trips through the heavy enemy bombardment, until wounded while carrying a message. Though suffering great pain, he completed his mission before reporting for treatment.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jonesboro, AR

MIDKIFF, HOLLY
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company L, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Holly Midkiff, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Bois-de-Harville, France, November 10, 1918. Preceding his platoon in the advance by fifteen yards, Sergeant Midkiff discovered a machine-gun nest, and, crawling forward alone, under heavy fire, captured the enemy position, taking prisoner 12 Germans who had manned two machine guns. His bravery inspired the men of his platoon.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MIKOS, JOHN J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. Mikos, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne-a-Arnes, France, October 3 - 9, 1918. Although severely wounded early in the engagement, Corporal Mikos refused first aid and continued to lead his section under heavy machine-gun fire until again seriously wounded.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

*MILES, HARRY B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 318th Infantry Regiment, 80th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4 - 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry B. Miles, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de- Ogons, France, October 4 - 5, 1918. Always a volunteer for the most dangerous service, Private Miles volunteered to carry a message through a heavy barrage, and was killed in the execution of his mission.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Richmond, VA

MILES, JOHN
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 131st Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Miles, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Wadonville, France, November 9, 1918. Although suffering severely from the shock of a shell concussion, Corporal Miles volunteered and went 400 yards in advance of our outposts in order to draw the fire of any enemy machine guns, so that fire could be directed upon them. He returned to our lines after accomplishing the mission, but in such exhausted condition that he had to be carried to the aid station.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MILESKI, BEN
Private, U.S. Army
Company L, 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ben Mileski, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, France, September 28, 1918. When a platoon of Company I, 147th Infantry, was held up by machine-gun fire from the left flank, Private Mileski, without orders, rushed forward through heavy machine-gun fire, killed the machine gunner, and caused a number of the enemy to surrender.
General Orders No. No. 19, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Toledo, OH

MILGRAM, JOSEPH J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company A, 312th Machine-Gun Battalion, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph J. Milgram, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Monghene, France, November 8, 1918. Private Milgram, on duty as a battalion runner, displayed remarkable daring in frequently going through heavy fire in order that communication might be maintained. Upon being sent out to locate the advance units he was repeatedly fired upon by snipers and attacked with hand grenades, but succeeded in returning with valuable information, although two other runners accompanying him became casualties.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

*MILLER, ARTHUR M.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company B, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur M. Miller, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, August 1, 1918. Private Miller was killed while returning with an answer to a very important message which he had voluntarily delivered at a very critical state of the attack. His mission was one of extreme danger, taking him to the most advanced position through a sweeping five of artillery and machine guns.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Websterville, VT

*MILLER, BRYAN
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 1st Engineers, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Bryan Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 20, 1918. When volunteers were called for by his company commander, Private Miller volunteered and rescued wounded comrades from a barrage. Disregarding danger to himself, he continued the performance of these heroic deeds until killed.
General Orders No. No. 124, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Detroit, MI

MILLER, CHARLES
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Trugny Woods, near Chateau-Thierry, France, July 23, 1918. Private Miller, with two other men in an advanced position ahead of the battalion, charged a machine gun, killed four of the enemy, and drove off the rest, thereby making possible the advance of their comrades.
General Orders No. No. 125, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Boston, MA

MILLER, EDWIN C.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company A, 9th Machine-Gun Battalion, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin C. Miller, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Cierges, France, October 9, 1918. Corporal Miller exposed himself to artillery and direct machine- gun fire while going 300 yards in front of our lines to assist a comrade in carrying a wounded soldier to shelter.
General Orders No. No. 2, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Phillipsburg, PA

MILLER, FRANK D.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 1 - 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank D. Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 1 - 12, 1918. His detachment having been reduced to but three men, Private Miller displayed conspicuous courage and devotion to duty in caring for and evacuating wounded across an area swept by shell and machine-gun fire to the regimental aid station, and returning with badly needed medical supplies to the forward aid station. His conduct was an inspiration to his associates, their commanding officer being absent, and the sergeant in charge having been killed.
General Orders 70, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Great Falls, MT

*MILLER, FRED C.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4 & 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred C. Miller, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 4 & 5, 1918. On October 4 Corporal Miller, with a small group from his platoon, advanced through heavy fire and captured an enemy machine- gun nest with its crew of six men. The following day he advanced in front of our lines through heavy fire and assisted several wounded comrades to safety. Corporal Miller was killed later during an engagement in the Argonne.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Bellaire, OH

*MILLER, GEORGE F.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George F. Miller, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When a portion of his company was threatened by a counterattack and two runners had been killed in an attempt to reach the detachment with orders to withdraw, Sergeant Miller volunteered for the dangerous mission; and, attempting to cross an exposed field to carry the orders, was mortally wounded.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Dyersburg, TN

MILLER, HARRY W.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 108th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harry W. Miller, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. During the operations against the Hindenburg line he concealed the fact that he was wounded from his officers and continued to advance with his company during the entire day. He displayed exceptional bravery and gallantry, setting a fine example to all.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Buffalo, NY

*MILLER, HENRY
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, October 3, 1918. When his company had been cut off from communication and exposed to intense shell and machine-gun fire, Private Miller observed and attacked an enemy sniper, silencing further fire from that source. While attempting to return he was killed by machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MILLER, HERBERT H.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company G, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert H. Miller, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Barricourt, France, November 2, 1918. Continuing forward alone, after all the other members of his combat group had been killed or wounded, Sergeant Miller penetrated the enemy's lines, despite machine-gun and rifle fire, located a machine-gun nest, which was holding up the advance of his platoon, and put it out of action by effective rifle fire.
General Orders 66, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Ionia, KS

MILLER, HOBART
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company G, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hobart Miller, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When his section of the line was held up by extremely heavy machine-gun fire Private Miller voluntarily went forward, and, unaided, routed out the crews of the two nests, killing three of the enemy and returning with three prisoners.
General Orders No. 50, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jacksboro, TN

MILLER, JAMES R.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 112th Machine-Gun Battalion, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James R. Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cote-de-Roches, France, October 8, 1918. When the advance of the battalion to which his company was attached, was halted by heavy machine-gun fire this soldier boldly leaped to the top of his machine-gun replacement to draw the enemy fire and thus enable his crew to locate the enemy's emplacement. Later in the action he fearlessly left his trench in search of an enemy sniper, who was causing many casualties among our troops, and killed him with a captured German rifle.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cambridge, MD

MILLER, JOHN C., JR.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
2d Engineers, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 19 - 20, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John C. Miller, Jr., Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Lucy- le-Bocage, France, June 19 - 20, 1918. About midnight, with a few volunteers, Second Lieutenant Miller entered a woods heavily shelled and gassed, and recovered two wounded members of his platoon.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Huntington, WV

MILLER, JOSEPH P.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph P. Miller, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 12, 1918. After making a reconnaissance of the enemy positions with two other soldiers, and, finding the enemy forming for a counterattack, Sergeant Miller, upon his own initiative, extended his positions and filled a gap of 400 meters in the line, his platoon commander having been wounded; and successfully repelled the hostile counterattack. Following up the enemy's withdrawal, he placed his guns in an advanced position in a railroad cut and remained there for four days without communication with the rear, except at night. During this period, he repelled three enemy counterattacks, and half his command became casualties. His courage under these trying conditions being an inspiration to his men.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baton Rouge, LA

MILLER, LAWRENCE G.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
103d Machine-Gun Battalion, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lawrence G. Miller, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Belleau, France, July 18, 1918. Lieutenant Miller was struck by a piece of shrapnel and knocked unconscious. Upon regaining consciousness and with great difficulty he rejoined and remained with his platoon during the remainder of the attack until his battalion was relieved.
General Orders No. No. 11, W.D., 1921
Home Town: Webster Groves, MO

MILLER, LESTER A.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lester A. Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux- Andigny, France, October 11, 1918. While his company was engaged with the enemy in the attack on this town, Private Miller, accompanied by two other men and with a Lewis machine gun, by display of excellent initiative and great courage, voluntarily crawled around the town through a heavy hostile machine-gun fire and with the machine gun in a near-by house silenced the enemy machine gun and drove the crew from the harassing post which was holding up the company's advance. During this action Private Miller was seriously wounded.
General Orders No. No. 43, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Lansing, IA

MILLER, PHILLIP
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 13, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Phillip Miller, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux- Andigny, France, October 13, 1918. Seeking shelter with his company from the severe artillery and machine-gun fire of the enemy, Private Miller entered a shell hole. Here he found a severely wounded soldier, and without hesitation carried the man 50 yards under plain view of the enemy and exposed to terrific fire to a place of safety with some of his company.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Golddust, TN

MILLER, WILLIS C.
Cook, U.S. Army
Company B, 110th Engineers, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Willis C. Miller, Cook, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cheppy, Meuse, France, September 27, 1918. When his platoon had been fired upon at short range by a hostile machine gun, Cook Miller advanced alone, armed merely with a pistol, and although knocked down by an aerial bomb, went forward to the emplacement, killed the two gunners, captured the gun, and made prisoners of the reserve crew of two men who were in a neighboring emplacement.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Kansas City, KS

MILLIS, JOHN M.
(First Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
354th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John M. Millis, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Charey, France, September 30, 1918. On the morning of that day an officer returning from patrol reported to Lieutenant Millis that he had encountered enemy machine guns and that several of his patrol had been wounded. Lieutenant Millis, with great courage and without regard to his own safety, proceeded over rough and broken ground to a point 400 yards beyond his outposts, where he exchanged several shots with the enemy. Meeting another member of the patrol he was informed of a wounded man about 100 yards beyond his position at that time. Under a withering machine-gun fire Lieutenant Millis with splendid courage and devotion to duty rushed into the open, located and examined the man, who he found to be dead. Making his way to his outpost he continued to exchange shots with the enemy, one of whom he killed.
General Orders No. No. 13, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Catlettsburg, KY
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MILLIS, JOHN M.
(Second Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
354th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John M. Millis, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Bantheville Woods, France, October 30, 1918. Wounded in both legs, one of them being broken when his daylight patrol was caught in heavy machine-gun fire 500 yards in advance of our lines, Second Lieutenant Millis ordered his men to return without him. He was later rescued by two soldiers.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Catlettsburg, KY
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

*MILLOY, JACK L.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 132d Infantry Regiment, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jack L. Milloy, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brieulles, France, October 10, 1918. On hearing the call for aid by several men who had been wounded, Sergeant Milloy, without regard for his own life, rushed out under heavy machine-gun and shell fire, administered first aid to these men, and, while in the act of placing them on stretchers, was mortally wounded.
General Orders No. No. 38, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MILLS, EDWIN S.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edwin S. Mills, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 23, 1918. While acting as a runner, Private Mills volunteered and carried messages through several heavy barrages and under direct enemy fire, always accomplishing his mission.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Camden, NJ

MILLS, EMERY W.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
311th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 25, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Emery W. Mills, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 25, 1918. Lieutenant Mills asked permission to lead a platoon against strong enemy machine-gun nests which were blocking the advance of the battalion. He not only led his platoon in a daring and extraordinarily successful attack, but personally advanced ahead of his platoon and captured two machine guns. During the consolidation of the line he fearlessly walked up and down the line under intense machine-gun and artillery fire, establishing strong points and encouraging his men.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Boardman, NC

*MILLSAP, EARL
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Earl Millsap, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 15, 1918. Knowing that he faced certain death, Private Millsap displayed the highest gallantry and devotion to duty by four times carrying messages across a field swept by machine-gun fire. He was killed while performing this hazardous service.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Asotin, WA

MILNE, WILLIAM L.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William L. Milne, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October 8, 1918. With the aid of another soldier, Private Milne attacked and captured a machine-gun nest, at the same time killing and capturing several of the enemy. He later organized a support line by assembling the scattered members of one of the companies of his regiment and a platoon of the machine-gun company, forming them into a combatant force.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Muskogee, OK

MILNER, JACK W.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 167th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jack W. Milner, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Landres-et-St. Georges, France, October 15, 1918. After his company had sustained heavy losses in a severe engagement with the enemy, and he himself had been seriously wounded, Sergeant Milner, realizing that he was the only sergeant left in the company, refused to be evacuated and remained on duty for 12 hours, reorganizing his company under heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun fire, thereby showing entire disregard for danger and setting an excellent example of courage and heroism under fire to his men.
General Orders No. No. 131, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Alexander City, AL

MINALGA, FRANK
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank Minalga, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France, October 8, 1918. When his company was held up by an enemy machine- gun nest Private Minalga advanced on the nest from the flank and captured it single- handed.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Haven, CT

MINARDI, GUISIPPE
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Guisippe Minardi, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy, France, July 15, 1918. During the engagement Private Minardi set an example to the other members of his company by his gallant conduct. After the company was ordered to withdraw, he voluntarily returned to the position his company had held, and throughout the night assisted in evacuating the wounded.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: South Amboy, NJ

MINER, ASHER
Colonel, U.S. Army
109th Field Artillery, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Asher Miner, Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Apremont, France, October 4, 1918. One of the batteries of the regiment commanded by this officer, assigned to an advanced position in direct support of an infantry attack, was heavily shelled by the enemy while it was going into action. It being necessary, therefore, to take another position, Colonel Miner went forward under heavy shell fire and personally supervised the placing of the guns in the new position. Colonel Miner continued his efforts until he received a severe wound that later necessitated the amputation of his leg.
General Orders No. No. 140, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Wilkes-Barre, PA

MINER, DONALD
Major (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
113th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Donald Miner, Major (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Ormont Farm, France, October 10, 1918. Major Miner voluntarily proceeded under heavy shell fire to an advanced aid station. For four hours he worked unceasingly aiding the wounded and evacuating them. Finding that he could work more effectively without his gas mask, he discarded it, so that it would not hinder him in attending wounded men.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jersey City, NJ

*MINGLE, CLAUDE L.
Private, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Claude L. Mingle, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When enemy machine guns suddenly opened fire on both flanks of his platoon, Private Mingle bravely refused to take cover, but delivered effective rifle fire on the enemy, putting out of action one of the machine guns before he was mortally wounded.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Knoxville, TN

MINNIGERODE, FITZHUGH L.
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army
114th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 23 - 24, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fitzhugh L. Minnigerode, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 23 - 24, 1918. When his battalion commanders, who had gone forward on a reconnaissance, preparatory to an attack, were prevented from returning by heavy shell and machine-gun fire, Lieutenant Colonel Minnigerode personally led his regiment into position under coyer. With a soldier, he then went forward for a distance of two kilometers under artillery and machine-gun fire, found the battalion commanders, and guided them back to their comrades.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Washington, DC

*MINTER, PAUL B.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 151st Machine-Gun Battalion, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Paul B. Minter, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in the action near Sergy, France, July 26, 1918. Sergeant Minter led his section forward, secured his objective, supervised the consolidation of his position, laid his guns personally with calmness, accuracy, and decision, and continued to direct the operations of his men, all in the face of severe enemy machine-gun and shell fire, until he was killed.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Monticello, GA

*MINTON, CHARLES ARMAND
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles Armand Minton, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Naza, near Binarville, France, October 5, 1918. Although suffering with a mortal illness, Lieutenant Minton retained command of his company, and when his line had been temporarily beaten back he personally returned across an area swept by hostile machine-gun fire and rescued a wounded soldier who had fallen within 25 yards of an enemy machine gun.
General Orders No. No. 43, W.D., 1922
Home Town: New York, NY

MINTZ, FORNEY B.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company A, 308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Forney B. Mintz, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, September 28, 1918. Sergeant Mintz, in command of a platoon, worked his way through the enemy rear guard and captured five machine guns and an ammunition carrying party. Although badly wounded when an organized position of the enemy was encountered, he made his way back to request reinforcements and brought with him two German prisoners, from whom valuable information was obtained.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mill Branch, NC

*MITCHELL, ARTHUR
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Machine-Gun Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Arthur Mitchell, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15, 1918. After his gun had been destroyed by shell fire Sergeant Mitchell led his men through the enemy lines to our own. He braved the extreme shelling and machine-gun fire by going to the aid of the wounded, and while withdrawing covered the retreat, effectively holding off the enemy. He was killed in action shortly afterwards.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Bessemer, AL

MITCHELL, CLARENCE
Captain, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clarence Mitchell, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-Hazois, France, November 1, 1918. Though Captain Mitchell was wounded in the leg by shell fragments just before the opening of the attack, he continued to lead his company, advancing three kilometers to the first objective, with the aid of a cane, and assisted by runners. His conspicuous courage and fortitude inspired his men to a successful assault against a strongly entrenched position desperately defended by the enemy.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cloverport, KY

MITCHELL, EDWARD J.
Captain, U.S. Army
363d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward J. Mitchell, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the Meuse- Argonne offensive, France, September 26, 1918. Leading a platoon in advance of other troops, Captain Mitchell encountered and captured three German 153's, which were in operation, also taking sis officers and about 425 men. During the night he organized troops from his own and other divisions, and established, a formidable piece of front line.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Prescott, AZ

MITCHELL, GEORGE R.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company F, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George R. Mitchell, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 22, 1918. Although wounded, Corporal Mitchell promptly took command of his company after all of its officers had been killed and courageously and successfully led it forward in the advance.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919

MITCHELL, JOHN A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John A. Mitchell, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Hearing cries of distress from a disabled tank, Lieutenant Mitchell, assisted by a soldier, advanced in the face of terrific machine-gun and shell fire to the spot. Notwithstanding the fact that the tank was subjected to point-blank fire of artillery, he succeeded in rescuing the badly wounded tank commander and removing him to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Livingston, TN

MITCHELL, JOHN B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company G, 60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John B. Mitchell, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Mihiel, France, September 16, 1918. Although severely wounded while carrying a message from his battalion headquarters through, an extremely heavy machine-gun and artillery fire, Private Mitchell persevered and successfully delivered the message.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Gary, IN

*MITCHELL, JOHN E.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John E. Mitchell, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne-a-Arnes, France, October 3, 1918. Displaying utter disregard for his personal safety, Lieutenant Mitchell led his platoon through an extremely heavy machine-gun and artillery barrage, and destroyed several enemy machine-gun nests. He was later killed while making a reconnaissance.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cedarhurst, Long Island,, NY

MITCHELL, MANTON C.
Major, U.S. Army
39th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Manton C. Mitchell, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Thibault, France, August 5, 1918. The attack battalion having been held up by heavy machine-gun fire while attempting to cross the Vesle River, Major Mitchell, who was in command of the support battalion, went forward through heavy machine-gun fire and encouraged and assisted the advanced troops to cross the river. He was severely wounded in the leg while directing these movements, but he refused to be evacuated and continued in the attack, remaining with the attack battalion until the evening of August 5.
General Orders No. 60, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Providence, RI

MIX, RALPH B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ralph B. Mix, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Grand Pre, France, October 17, 1918. While carrying a message through heavy shell and machine- gun fire to an advanced platoon, Private Mix found two wounded men, whose injuries he dressed. Upon returning from his mission, he asked for and received permission to take food to the wounded men. He subsequently made two trips through intense fire, carrying them back to shelter.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Hudson Falls, NY

MOAN, RALPH T.
Mechanic, U.S. Army
Company K, 103d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ralph T. Moan, Mechanic, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Riaville, France, September 26, 1918. Mechanic Moan, who was detailed as a runner, made several trips carrying important messages across terrain swept by constant fire from machine-guns, snipers, trench mortars, and artillery. His disregard for personal safety and devotion to duty in the prompt deli very of messages contributed greatly to the success of the action.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: East Machias, ME

MOBLEY, CHARLES R.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company F, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 25, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles R. Mobley, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 25, 1918. At imminent peril to his own life, Sergeant Mobley and two companions extinguished a fire in an ammunition dump, caused by a bursting shell, thereby preventing the explosion of the dump and saving the lives of a large number of men who were in the vicinity.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Williamston, NC

*MOBLEY, LOTUS N.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company L, 102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lotus N. Mobley, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Trugny, France, July 23, 1918. Sergeant Mobley displayed exceptional courage in dashing into field under heavy shell and machine-gun fire, and carrying to safety a wounded man.
General Orders 74, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cedar Rapids, IA

MODROW, PERRY F.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 124th Field Artillery, 33d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Perry F. Modrow, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Romagne, France, November 1, 1918. Private Modrow was wounded while serving at the battalion aid station under heavy shell fire, but he insisted on continuing at work until compelled to go to the rear against his will.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: East St. Louis, IL

MOEHLER, FRANK W.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Battery E, 42d Artillery, Coast Artillery Corps
Date of Action: July 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank W. Moehler, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Suippes, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. Having been severely wounded early in the German attack on Suippes, Sergeant Moehler continued to direct the firing of his gun crew for eight hours under intense shell fire, remaining on duty until all the ammunition had been expended and orders to withdraw had been received.
General Orders No. No. 142, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Newark, NJ

MOHRMAN, WILLIAM
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William Mohrman, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Pierremont, France, November 4, 1918, After passing through a heavily bombarded area, Sergeant Mohrman learned that a soldier of his platoon had been wounded and had fallen in the shelled area. He at once volunteered and went back for him, assisted in bringing him to a place of safety, and later helped to carry him through another shelled area to the first-aid station.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MOLIK, JOSEPH
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph Molik, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 18, 1918. Although severely wounded in an attack on an enemy machine-gun position, Sergeant Molik continued to direct his platoon in the advance until late in the afternoon, when he was ordered to be evacuated for his wounds.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Buffalo, NY

MOLLER, WILLIAM G.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William G. Moller, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Riaville, France, September 26, 1918. Lieutenant Moller displayed remarkable courage and judgment by organizing a platoon of men who had become detached from their various units. With this detachment he wiped out a machine-gun nest, opening the way for further advance into the town of Riaville. He maintained his position in the front line throughout the action although subjected to heavy fire from all arms.
General Orders No. No. 138, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Champaign, IL

MOLLOY, JOSEPH A.
Lieutenant, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph A. Molloy, Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vierzy, France, July 19, 1918. Lieutenant Molloy was leading his platoon through a heavily gassed area, when a large shell struck in the middle of his column, killing 15 men and wounding a like number. He himself was badly shocked, but immediately set to work administering to the wounded, despite the darkness, terrific shelling, and the necessity of wearing a gas mask, he administered first aid to practically all of the wounded, single-handed, and secured their transportation to the rear.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Lowell, MA

MOLSBERRY, HOWARD C.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
2d Engineers, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: June 6 - 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard C. Molsberry, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the vicinity of le Thiolet, on the night of June 6 - 7, 1918. First Lieutenant Molsberry courageously took command of and efficiently directed the advance of an infantry unit, when all its officers had been killed or wounded.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Ambridge, PA

MOLTER, HENRY C.
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Company D, 1st Gas Regiment, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry C. Molter, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 28, 1918. Sergeant Molter volunteered and led a detachment to recover ammunition from a dump which was under fire and liable to explode at any minute. Working under a heavy gas attack, he succeeded in removing the dump to a place of safety.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pittsburg, PA

MONAHAN, EDWARD V.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company E, 314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward V. Monahan, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Moirey, France, November 10, 1918. Wounded in the face by a machine-gun bullet, he refused to be evacuated, but continued to lead his platoon in a successful attack with the bullet still in his flesh. After securing first-aid treatment next morning, he learned that his company was advancing again, whereupon he returned and led his platoon in an assault on the Cote Romagne.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Centralia, PA

MONAHAN, FRANCIS J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis J. Monahan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Samogneux, France, October 12, 1918. Private Monahan left shelter and exposed himself to direct enemy machine-gun fire to aid a wounded man, and while so engaged was himself seriously wounded.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Indianapolis, IN

*MONAHAN, PETER T.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company D, 111th Machine-Gun Battalion, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Peter T. Monahan, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 11, 1918. During an intense bombardment, Private Monahan volunteered to leave cover and assist in carrying a litter supporting a wounded officer. He was himself killed while engaged on this self- sacrificing mission.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jersey City, NJ

MONGEAU, HENRY J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: March 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry J. Mongeau, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Seicheprey, France, March 28, 1918. Corporal Mongeau was a member of a patrol consisting of an officer and four men, who, with great daring, entered a dangerous portion of the enemy trenches, where they surrounded a party nearly double their own strength, drove off an enemy rescuing party, and made their way back to our lines with four prisoners, from whom valuable information was taken.
General Orders No. No. 3, W.D., 1924
Home Town: Cherry Valley, MA

MONK, FRANCIS L.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis L. Monk, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Pre, France, October 15, 1913. Private Monk crawled out into an open field where another soldier lay severely wounded, under fire from machine guns and snipers, and dragged him. to the shelter of a wall, where he dressed his wounds. In so doing Private Monk was himself wounded.
General Orders No. No. 145, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Benson, UT

MONROE, CHARLIE T.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 370th Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 24, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charlie T. Monroe, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Mont-de-Sanges, France, September 24, 1918. Sergeant Monroe, then a private, in the absence of a platoon commander took charge of a platoon of Stokes mortars, directing the work of the men under heavy shell fire. Although the shelling was so intense that guns were at times buried, Sergeant Monroe and his men worked unceasingly in placing them back into action. He himself was buried by the explosion of a shell, but on being dug out, continued to direct the work of the men and encouraged them by his fearless example.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Meyersville, VA

*MONROE, DAVID E.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David E. Monroe, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action south of Soissons, France, July 19, 1918. His platoon having been halted by machine-gun fire, Lieutenant Monroe advanced alone against the nest and captured the gun and crew. Although wounded in this encounter, he returned to his platoon and led them on to its objective. His gallant conduct had a marked effect upon his men.
General Orders No. No. 35, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Marion, SC

MONSON, JOHN J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 308th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John J. Monson, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, September 29, 1918. In order to obtain ammunition and rations, Private Monson, with another soldier, accompanied an officer in an effort to reestablish communication between battalion and regimental headquarters. They were attacked by a small party of Germans, but drove them off, killing one. When night came, they crawled unknowingly into the center of a German camp, where they lay for three hours, undetected. Finally discovered, they made a dash to escape. In order to protect the officer, Private Monson deliberately drew the enemy fire to himself, allowing the officer to escape. Private Monson succeeded in getting through and delivering his message the next morning.
General Orders No. 13, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New York, NY

MONTEE, JESSE A.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
61st Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 11 - November 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jesse A. Montee, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 11 - November 11, 1918. Lieutenant Montee displayed high qualities of leadership, repeatedly reconnoitering advanced positions under terrific artillery and machine-gun fire, and leading patrols into enemy territory, thereby facilitating the advance of his battalion. On one occasion, when the battalion had been nearly surrounded by hostile machine guns, he went to the rear and successfully brought up reinforcements. Later, while acting as battalion adjutant, he accompanied the assaulting waves in all attacks; and by his utter disregard for danger, assisted in maintaining order among the attacking troops and establishing lines.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Superior, WI

*MONTGOMERY, CHARLES G.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles G. Montgomery, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Attigny, France, October 27, 1918. Private Montgomery volunteered and carried a message from battalion headquarters, through the enemy's fire, to our support line, and guided a combat group into position, in absolute disregard of his personal safety. He was caught in a heavy barrage and was killed.
General Orders No. 27, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Goodlett, TX

MONULA, NICK
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Nick Monula, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grand Ballois Farm, France, July 14 - 15, 1918. During a heavy gas and shell bombardment Private Monula repeatedly volunteered and delivered messages over routes other than his own when the runners assigned to those routes had been killed or wounded.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Pittsburgh, PA

*MOOD, JULIUS A.
Captain, U.S. Army
26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19 - 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Julius A. Mood, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the fighting of July 19 - 21, 1918, near Soissons, France. Captain Mood voluntarily exposed himself to fire repeatedly in order to get information and direct operations, and was killed while leading a battalion to the attack.
General Orders No. No. 132, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Summerton, SC

*MOODY, ROLF
Captain, U.S. Army
117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Rolf Moody, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Beaurevoir, France, October 7, 1918. Captain Moody was in command of his company on the left flank of the assaulting battalion, when withering machine-gun fire from an old factory building held up the advance of the entire left flank. Realizing the gravity of the situation, he took two squads and led them in an attack on the machine-gun positions over ground swept by machine-gun and shell fire. After a personal encounter in which he used his pistol and hand grenades, the machine guns were silenced. From there he started toward another machine-gun post, but was mortally wounded before reaching it, dying on the field.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Knoxville, TN

MOONEY, ROBERT A.
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 322d Infantry Regiment, 81st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert A. Mooney, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Grimaucourt, France, November 10, 1918. Private Mooney voluntarily returned through heavy artillery fire to a position formerly held by his company and rescued a wounded man.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Rockford, AL

MOORE, CHARLES E.
Captain, U.S. Army
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles E. Moore, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918. While preparations were being made for an attack on Vaux and the adjoining woods, the enemy, expecting the attack, poured an intense artillery fire on our troops, inflicting heavy casualties. Captain Moore, with great bravery and disregard of personal danger, organized his company and the adjoining units in time for the assault, leading his men forward in the attack. Although severely wounded early in the action, Captain Moore remained in command until the success of the engagement was assured, when he turned over his command to another officer and was evacuated. The splendid courage and leadership of Captain Moore inspired his men, and his company was successful in reaching its objective, capturing many prisoners and much enemy material.
General Orders No. 6, W.D., 1931
Home Town: Berryville, VA

*MOORE, CHARLES J.
Captain, U.S. Army
7th Engineers, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles J. Moore, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action on the Andon River, France. Captain Moore went forward under heavy artillery fire, reorganized his men who were in scattered units, after they had laid bridges across the Andon River. After being severely wounded, Captain Moore gave instructions to his subordinates for carrying on the work.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Lampasas, TX

MOORE, CLAYTON H.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 138th Infantry Regiment, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 6, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Clayton H. Moore, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the attack on Hilsennrst, France, July 6, 1918. While carrying a wounded soldier through machine-gun fire to shelter, Corporal Moore was wounded, but by unusual pluck he brought his comrade to safety, and, realizing the scarcity of stretchers, insisted on others being carried to the rear and himself walking.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: St. Louis, MO

*MOORE, DAVID M.
Supply Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company F, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David M. Moore, Supply Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Mort-Mare Woods, France, September 12, 1918. During the advance through the woods, Sergeant Moore fearlessly exposed himself while directing his men in the capture of machine-gun nests. In one instance he alone captured a machine gun with a well-thrown grenade and then, putting this gun into action, inflicted further losses on the fleeing enemy. His utter disregard of personal danger and his high qualities of leadership were an inspiration to his men and contributed greatly to the success of his platoon in this action.
General Orders No. No. 31, W.D., 1922
Home Town: Sedan, KS

MOORE, ELGIN J.
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Company C, 314th Field Signal Battalion, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Elgin J. Moore, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Beauclair, France, November 4 - 11, 1918. From the 4th to the 11th of November, while continually under heavy shell fire, Sergeant Moore laid and maintained lines of communication within his area with utter disregard for his personal safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Winslow, AZ

MOORE, FRED F.
Captain, U.S. Army
355th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred F. Moore, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action north of Flirey, France, September 12, 1918. Wounded in the left shoulder early in the morning while in command of his company, Captain Moore continued to lead and handle it during the entire day in an efficient and gallant manner under fire. He refused to take time to have his wound attended to until late that night after his command had entrenched under fire and was safe.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Stewart, MN

*MOORE, FREDERICK P., JR.
Captain, U.S. Army
30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frederick P. Moore, Jr., Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Crezancy, France, July 15, 1918. During an intense bombardment Captain Moore left shelter and exposed himself constantly in a wood swept by shell fire while encouraging and directing the movement of his company. He was killed by shell fire while on a persona] reconnaissance.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Bellevue, PA

MOORE, HAROLD C.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 348th Machine-Gun Battalion, 91st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harold C. Moore, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mount Des Ailleux, France, September 26, 1918. Although wounded by the same shell which mortally wounded his platoon commander, Sergeant Moore went to his company for assistance, returned through a heavy shell fire, and helped to carry his commander to a place of safety. He did not report his own wound or receive medical attention until the officer had been cared for.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Upland, CA

MOORE, JAMES D.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company G, 111th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James D. Moore, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Fismette, France, August 12, 1918. With an automatic rifle team, Corporal Moore occupied a house in an advanced position west of Fismette on the night of August 12, the loss of which would have jeopardized his company's position and hindered the military operations then taking place. The enemy shot a flare into the house, setting fire to it, but Corporal Moore and a companion, under machine-gun and sniper fire in a brilliantly lighted room, extinguished the flames.
General Orders No. No. 100, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Rochester, PA

MOORE, JAMES EDWARD
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James Edward Moore, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action south of Cunel, France, October 9, 1918. Although severely wounded in the head by a machine-gun bullet, Second Lieutenant Moore continued in command of his platoon and by his courageous conduct repulsed a strong enemy counterattack against the line held.
General Orders No. No. 22, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Kenova, WV

MOORE, JAMES H., JR.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company E, 307th Infantry Regiment, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 2, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James H. Moore, Jr., Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Argonne Forest, France, October 2, 1918. During an attack, when his platoon encountered enemy wire, Corporal Moore calmly went forward and alone proceeded to cut a passage through the wire. While performing this work, he was subjected to the fiercest fire of enemy machine guns and grenades, which wounded over half the platoon. He continued in this work until he accomplished his purpose.
General Orders 64, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Ridgway, MT

MOORE, JOHN CARROLL
First Lieutenant (Chaplain), U.S. Army
313th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Carroll Moore, First Lieutenant (Chaplain), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 27, 1918. Though wounded on September 26, 1918, Chaplain Moore remained with the attacking lines of his regiment, ministering to the dying and aiding the wounded. After entering an enemy trench with a group of men, a grenade was thrown in the midst and, in utter disregard of personal safety, he grabbed the grenade to throw it from the trench. It exploded just after leaving his hand, seriously wounding him in several places.
General Orders No. 130, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Baltimore, MD

MOORE, JOHN D.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Section No. 554, Ambulance Service, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 2 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John D. Moore, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Somme- Py, France, October 2 - 9, 1918. During this period Private Moore evacuated the wounded in an advance post under shell and sniper fire. On the nights of October 6 and 7, he drove an ambulance to points beyond the advanced posts to carry in the wounded, under intense shell and machine-gun fire. He also assisted the litter bearers in exposed positions in carrying the wounded from the lines to the dressing station.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Haddonfield, NJ

*MOORE, JOHN H.
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
Company D, 3d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 18, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John H. Moore, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cutry, France, on July 18, 1918. While courageously leading his section in the face of intense fire, Second Lieutenant Moore was knocked down by a shell explosion, but continued his leadership as soon as he regained consciousness and personally reconnoitered the area in advance to find a less dangerous route. He succeeded and thereby made it possible for his men to go forward, but he himself was killed in the undertaking.
General Orders No. No. 126, W.D., 1918
Home Town: De Kalb, TX

MOORE, RAYMOND N.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 124th Machine-Gun Battalion, 31st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Raymond N. Moore, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Consenvoye, France, October 10, 1918. Sergeant Moore led his section of two guns to the aid of an infantry company. Failing in his attempt to establish an advantageous position, he alone took his gun 100 yards in advance of the line, exposed to violent machine-gun and artillery fire; and, setting it up, in an open field silenced the fire of enemy machine-gun snipers who had been inflicting heavy losses on our troops.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Canton, IL

*MOORE, RICHARD W.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 112th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Richard W. Moore, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fismette, France, August 27, 1918. As one of a group which was attacked by an overwhelming force of enemy, Sergeant Moore assisted in the defense of a crossing over the Vesle river and made possible the retirement of about 20 of his comrades. He continued against great odds to hold his position and inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy, finally retiring under orders, fighting his way through heavy machine-gun, rifle, and artillery fire. His exceptional disregard for personal safety, resourcefulness, and bravery were an inspiration to all his comrades. Sergeant Moore was severely gassed in this fight and died shortly thereafter.
General Orders No. 9, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Ridgway, PA

MOORE, WALLIS J.
Captain, U.S. Army
132d Machine-Gun Battalion, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Wallis J. Moore, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October 8, 1918. Captain Moore, although wounded by shrapnel, refused to go the rear, and proceeded to reorganize portions of three infantry platoons, whose officers had become casualties, thus protecting the right flank of the 141st Infantry. He went to the rear only after he had been severely gassed.
General Orders No. 126, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Austin, TX

MOORE, WALTER
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8 & 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Walter Moore, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Brancourt, France, October 8 & 9, 1918. During the action of his company at Brancourt, Private Moore went out alone and attacked an outpost containing one officer and eight men, capturing the entire party and turning them over as prisoners. On the following day he advanced alone 50 yards in front of his company to attack an enemy sniper who was placing an effective fire on our lines.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Alexandria, VA

MOORE, WILLIAM E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William E. Moore, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Hearne, Belgium, November 4, 1918. Private Moore displayed exceptional personal bravery when, with one other soldier, he went to the assistance of a comrade, who had been attacked and wounded by a patrol of eight Germans, rescued the wounded man and putting the enemy patrol to flight.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: New Boston, OH

MOOREFIELD, DICK
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company B, 55th Infantry Regiment, 7th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Dick Moorefield, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jaulny, France, November 4, 1918. While leading a patrol in front of our lines, Sergeant Moorefield and his patrol came under machine-gun and rifle fire, and one of his men was severely wounded. He crawled forward with his patrol until within 20 paces of an enemy gun, when, upon raising his head slightly, he saw the German who was feeding the ammunition to the gun. He shot the man through the head with his rifle and wounded another. When the German gun nearest him jammed he captured it, and another one nearby, together with three prisoners. Sergeant Moorefield jumped into the emplacement, cleared the jam in the gun, and turned it on the enemy guns on the right, silencing them. He then sent his patrol and the prisoners back into our lines, covering their retreat with one of the captured guns.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Hopkinsville, KY

MOORELAND, THOMAS ARCHIE
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company K, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas Archie Mooreland, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Martin Revere, France, October 17, 1918. Private First Class Mooreland volunteered to go forward with another soldier to attack a machine-gun emplacement which was holding up a part of our line. Advancing over open ground under heavy fire, these two men destroyed the enemy position, capturing three prisoners and allowing a resumption of the general advance.
General Orders 81, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Concord, NC

MOORHEAD, REYNOLDS C.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
324th Infantry Regiment, 81st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Reynolds C. Moorhead, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-de-Manheuelles, France, November 9, 1918. Lieutenant Moorhead exposed himself to terrific fire from three directions while assisting Private Thomas M. Moss carry a wounded officer to a place of shelter.
General Orders No. No. 10, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MOORMAN, HUGH B.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company K, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hugh B. Moorman, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cantigny, France, May 27, 1918. During an enemy raid on his trench position Sergeant Moorman was wounded in the arm early in the engagement. He refused to be evacuated and personally directed the defense of the trench. He exposed himself to artillery and rifle fire and killed three Germans with his rifle.
General Orders No. No. 16, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Sparta, TN

MORAN, RUSSELL
Private, U.S. Army
Battery E, 12th Field Artillery, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 4 - 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Russell Moran, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Somme-Py, France, October 4 - 5, 1918. During a violent enemy counter-barrage, Private Moran, with Private Harley S. Edwards, remained on duty for 14 hours repairing the telephone line from their battery position to the battalion post of command, 250 meters away. Within this period the wires were cut by shell fire more than 20 times, but these two soldiers, displaying remarkable coolness and disregard of danger, promptly mended all breaks and maintained constant communication between the battalion and the battery commander.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Utica, NY

MOREHEAD, HERBERT
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company D, 3d Machine-Gun Battalion, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herbert Morehead, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Very, France, October 9, 1918. Sergeant Morehead led forward two reorganized squads of machine gunners during an intense shelling, in order to protect an open flank, on which a counter attack was imminent. Entirely exposed, he placed his guns in a most effective position, resisting until the enemy had been thrown back, although severely wounded in the combat.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Detroit, MI

*MOREY, FRANK C.
Private, U.S. Army
Company M, 357th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 13, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank C. Morey, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Foret Vencheres, France, September 13, 1918. As a battalion runner, Private Morey constantly exposed himself during a six-hour bombardment to maintain liaison. After passing repeatedly through the enemy barrage to deliver important messages, he volunteered to accompany or lead a reconnaissance patrol to investigate enemy activities which he had noticed while on his missions of liaison and obtained valuable information for his commander.
General Orders 89, W.D., 1919
Home Town: May, OK

MORGAN, DAVID R.
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
18th Infantry (Attached), 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David R. Morgan, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Chaudun, France, July 19, 1918. While still suffering from a former attack of gas, Lieutenant Morgan was again overcome by gas fumes after 36 hours of work among the wounded men in the front lines and was sent to the dressing station. Refusing to remain away from the front line, he again made his way to the elements in the advanced positions and under intense enemy fire searched for wounded men, applied first aid, and directed their removal to places of shelter. This work he continued until severely wounded and carried from the field.
General Orders No. No. 15, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MORGAN, ERNEST
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ernest Morgan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux- Andigny, France, October 12, 1918. While his company was consolidating its position, Private Morgan crept out in full view of the enemy and took up a position in a shell hole 50 yards from the enemy's lines. He remained there throughout the day without food or water and sniped at and killed ten of the enemy. His deadly aim kept down the observation from the German lines and enabled his company to carry on the work of consolidation.
General Orders No. No. 133, W.D., 1918
Home Town: High Point, NC

MORGAN, FRANCIS M.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Francis M. Morgan, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during the Argonne-Meuse offensive, November 1 - 11, 1918. Although severely wounded, Lieutenant Morgan maintained command of two platoons throughout the offensive, personally leading patrols through enemy territory and breaking up enemy resistance on the flanks which were holding up the advance of his neighboring units.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Ravenswood, WV

MORGAN, GEORGE H.
Private, U.S. Army
Battery C, 151st Field Artillery, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to George H. Morgan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Suippes, France, July 15, 1918. While on duty as a runner, carrying a message to his battery, Private Morgan fell wounded before reaching his destination, but in spite of suffering severe pain he crawled the remainder of the distance on his hands and knees and delivered the message.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Paul, MN

MORGAN, HANS E.
Private, U.S. Army
Company B, 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hans E. Morgan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, August 1, 1918. After all the other members of his automatic rifle squad had been wounded and evacuated and he himself wounded three times, Private Morgan remained at his post, operating his automatic rifle against a machine-gun nest until his supply of ammunition was exhausted. He then turned his rifle over to another squad before being evacuated.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cherry Grove, MI

MORGAN, JOHN H.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company D, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John H. Morgan, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France, October 3, 1918. All of his superiors having been killed by a nest of machine guns, Corporal Morgan took command of his platoon and, in an extremely difficult attack, wiped out a nest of five machine guns.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cincinnati, OH

MORGAN, VERN A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
355th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Vern A. Morgan, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Beaufort, France, November 4, 1918. Although he was wounded early in the engagement by shrapnel, Lieutenant Morgan, after receiving first-aid treatment, immediately returned to his company and led it throughout the day. After taking the town of Beaufort, he pushed on with his command to its objective through heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, 40 per cent of his company becoming casualties.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Council Bluffs, IA

MORISON, JAMES H. S.
First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army
117th Infantry (Attached), 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James H. S. Morison, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. After being knocked unconscious into a shell hole, and although suffering acutely from the shock, Lieutenant Morison rejoined his company and continued to care for the wounded in the open and under intense shell fire. His respirator having been blown away by the exploding shell, this mission was rendered much more precarious by enemy gas shells. He remained at his first-aid station through an intense barrage which killed several of the stretcher bearers and helpers at this point, evacuating the wounded with great rapidity until he was severely wounded and forced to be evacuated.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Cumberland Gap, TN

MORITZ, MAX F.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company A, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Max F. Moritz, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mont St. Pere, France, July 22, 1918. After his platoon had captured a German field piece in the woods near Mont St. Pere and returned to the town, Sergeant Moritz voluntarily remained behind with a wounded comrade, in a woods infested by enemy snipers, and after nightfall brought the wounded man to a place of safety.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Camden, NJ

MORNINGSTAR, LEROY
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Leroy Morningstar, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918. Sick, gassed, and stunned by shells, Sergeant Morningstar remained at his post on duty under heavy fire and bravely assisted in the succoring of soldiers who had been injured, near Vaux, France, July 1, 1918.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: St. Petersburg, FL

MORPHEW, JOHN E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 357th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John E. Morphew, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the offensive against the St. Mihiel salient, France, September 12, 1918. Sergeant Morphew showed utter fearlessness and bravery of a high order throughout the drive. He took two machine-gun nests single-handed, in both cases killing the gunners and taking the other members of the crews prisoners. He took 35 prisoners during the first day, entering dugouts alone and disarming the occupants.
General Orders No. No. 128, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Trousdale, OK

MORRIS, CHALMER R.
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 17 & 22, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Chalmer R. Morris, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Gland, France, June 17, 1918, and near Jaulgonne, France, July 22, 1918. On June 17, after an attempt to cross the Marne in a boat failed, due to its sinking, Sergeant Morris with two others, swam the Marne River, penetrated the German line, and returned with valuable information. On July 22 he advanced in front of the lines through a wood, exposing himself to heavy enemy fire in order to maintain communication with the organization on the left.
General Orders No. No. 39, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Washington, DC

MORRIS, EFFINGHAM B., JR.
Major, U.S. Army
313th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 27, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Effingham B. Morris, Jr., Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 27, 1918. Leading his battalion in attack, Major Morris, then a captain, was painfully wounded in the leg, but continued in command during the four days' action that followed. By his persistence in remaining despite his severe wound, Major Morris set an example which contributed largely to the success of the operations.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MORRIS, HARLAND D.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Harland D. Morris, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 15, 1918. Advancing under intense artillery and machine-gun fire, Sergeant Morris displayed marked coolness and disregard of danger in personally clearing the right flank of his company of dangerous snipers. In so doing he was severely wounded but he nevertheless reorganized his detachment and held the position.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Sulphur Springs, IN

MORRIS, HUBERT C.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company H, 61st Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 5, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hubert C. Morris, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Dun- sur-Meuse, France, November 5, 1918. Advancing alone, Sergeant Morris attacked a machine-gun nest, capturing the entire crew, and preventing surprise fire on an exposed flank of his company.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Humboldt, TN

MORRIS, JOHN P.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company H, 111th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John P. Morris, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Les Grande Bois Chateau-de-Diable, France, August 10, 1918. After his organization had been compelled to retire in the face of a strong enemy attack, Corporal Morris made a reconnaissance of the bed of the Vesle River, and, wading through water shoulder deep, under heavy machine-gun fire, made five trips, carrying wounded from the north bank to a dressing station south of the river.
General Orders No. No. 130, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MORRIS, THOMAS H.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
316th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas H. Morris, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 30, 1918. Although severely wounded in the thigh, Private Morris continued to carry messages from the line to battalion headquarters, exposed at all times to terrific machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Philadelphia, PA

MORRIS, WILLIAM H. H., JR.
Major, U.S. Army
360th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 1, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William H. H. Morris, Jr., Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Villers-devant-Dun, France, November 1, 1918. During darkness, Major Morris led his battalion in an attack under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Upon reaching a hill, he exposed himself to heavy fire to reconnoiter personally the enemy position and then, although wounded by a machine-gun bullet, heroically led his battalion in their advance, refusing to be evacuated, inspiring his men by his personal courage.
General Orders 87, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Ocean Grove, NJ

MORRISON, CHARLES S.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company L, 354th Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles S. Morrison, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Charey, France, September 30, 1918. On the morning of September 30, 1918, Corporal Morrison volunteered to accompany an officer of his company in the rescue of a wounded man of his battalion who had been on patrol. Proceeding under intense and accurate fire to a point 400 yards beyond his outpost, he met a member of the patrol who stated that the wounded man was about 100 yards farther out and close to the hostile lines. With splendid courage, he proceeded to the point indicated, in company with his officer, being constantly subjected to the heaviest fire, and found the soldier, who had died from his wounds. Returning in safety to his own lines, he exchanged shots with the enemy, one of whom he killed.
General Orders No. 9, W.D., 1923
Home Town: St. Louis, MO

MORRISON, FREDERICK B.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 102d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 26 - 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frederick B. Morrison, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action north of Verdun, France, October 26 - 29, 1918. During the attacks in the Bois d'Ormont, Sergeant Morrision, who had become gassed due to the fact that he was unable to wear his gas mask, displayed extraordinary coolness and courage when he remained on duty day and night administering to the wounded and refusing to e evacuated until they were attended to.
General Orders No. No. 1, W.D., 1934
Home Town: Hartford, CT

MORRISON, HUGH J. V.
Private, U.S. Army
Company K, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Hugh J. V. Morrison, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action east of Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. Private Morrison, with three other soldiers, went out into an open field under heavy shell and machine-gun fire and succeeded in carrying back to our lines four seriously wounded men.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Poughkeepsie, NY

MORRISON, JESSE S.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Headquarters Company, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Jesse S. Morrison, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Attigny, France, October 14, 1918. Sergeant Morrison drove a motorcycle through intense artillery fire and assisted in the rescue of a wounded soldier under machine-gun fire, driving back with him under intense bombardment to the dressing station.
General Orders No. 50, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Odell, TX

*MORRISON, JOHN
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
322d Field Artillery, 83d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14 - 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John Morrison, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Molleville Farm, France, October 14 - 15, 1918. As liaison officer between the infantry and artillery Second Lieutenant Morrison exemplified in the highest degree the spirit of bravery, devotion to duty and self-sacrifice. He crawled beyond the front line in the face of intense machine-gun and artillery fire, with a telephone strapped on his back, in order to direct the preparatory fire of the artillery, On the following day he accompanied the advance infantry battalion in the attack, and under the most difficult circumstances established and maintained liaison with the artillery. In the faithful performance of these duties this gallant officer lost his life.
General Orders No. No. 130, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Cincinnati, OH

MORRISON, JULIAN K.
(First Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
326th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Julian K. Morrison, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois-Quart-de-Reserve, France, September 12, 1918. Preceding his tanks on foot, Lieutenant Morrison captured a machine-gun nest. Though he was twice wounded, he continued inaction for two days thereafter.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Statesville, NC
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWI)

MORRISON, JULIAN K.
(Second Award)
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
326th Battalion, Tank Corps, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Julian K. Morrison, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Very, France, September 28, 1918: During the attack on Charpentry and the Bois-de-Montrebeau, Second Lieutenant Morrison led a platoon of five tanks, directing his tanks on foot, 400 yards in advance of infantry, under intense fire. Three of his tanks were put out of action by artillery fire, but he continued in action with the remaining two until dark, when he directed the work of rescuing the crews.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Statesville, NC
Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

MORRISON, LYMAN N.
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 3, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lyman N. Morrison, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Juvigny, France, August 3, 1918. Private Morrison displayed marked bravery in repeatedly carrying messages to the front lines over terrain swept by intense artillery and machine-gun fire. Still under heavy fire, he assisted wounded soldiers he found in exposed positions. His heroism was an inspiration to those near him.
General Orders 71, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Kalamazoo, MI

MORRISON, OTHO K.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
60th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15 & November 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Otho K. Morrison, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 15, 1918; and at Juvigny, France, November 10, 1918. Lieutenant Morrison displayed exceptional courage and leadership when, being cut off by the enemy with his battalion command and a small detachment from battalion headquarters, he led patrols and drove off enemy machine-gunners who had infiltrated to within striking distance of the group. On November 10, he led his company against the fortified heights of Juvigny, driving back the enemy for more than a kilometer.
General Orders 98, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Gatesville, TX

MORRISON, WILLIAM L.
Captain, U.S. Army
38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 16 & October 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William L. Morrison, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Champagne- Marne offensive, July 16, 1918, and the Meuse-Argonne offensive, October 9, 1918. On July 16, while the members of his patrol acted as covering detachment, Captain Morrison entered an enemy dugout and captured a prisoner, thus securing valuable information. On October 9 he led a combat patrol into the enemy lines and succeeded, under heavy fire, in putting two machine guns out of action, thus enabling his own company and one of another regiment to advance.
General Orders No. No. 19, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Boulder, CO

MORRISSEY, EDWARD P.
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 302d Engineers, 77th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 25 - 26, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Edward P. Morrissey, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bazoches, France, August 25 - 26, 1918. Private Morrissey and another soldier had become separated from their detachment and were forced to take shelter for five and a half days. He rescued a wounded soldier from exposure to machine-gun and shell fire and later attacked a machine-gun nest in his direct front. In the attack he killed two of the enemy with hand grenades, and subsequently returned to our lines, assisting the wounded comrade to safety.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Buffalo, NY

*MORROW, HOWARD H.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 8, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Howard H. Morrow, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-Consenvoye, France, October 8, 1918. Going forward from his own lines through terrific machine-gun and artillery fire, Private Morrow rescued and brought to safety a wounded comrade. In the action of the next few days he was so severely wounded that he died shortly afterwards.
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Washington, DC

MORROW, WILLIAM M.
Colonel, U.S. Army
7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 20 - 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to William M. Morrow, Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Claires- Chenes Woods, north of Montfaucon, France, October 20 - 21, 1918. On October 20, 1918, when the Claire Chense had been taken by the troops of his command and a hostile counterattack had forced them back over the ground gained in the morning's fighting, Colonel Morrow at once took personal command of the battalion engaged in the operations, reorganized it, and with distinguished gallantry and inspiring example led his men to a victorious counterattack, drove the enemy from the woods, secured its possession, and consolidated it. On October 21 he again displayed the same qualities of leadership and personal gallantry in the successful assault on Hill No. 299.
General Orders No. No. 102, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Algonac, MI

MORSE, DANIEL A. (AKA: DANIEL MOSKOWITZ)
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 108th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel A. Morse, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action under the name Daniel Moskowitz. (See alias for citation)
Home Town: , Unknown

MORSE, WARREN B.
Private, U.S. Army
Company E, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 22 - 23, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Warren B. Morse, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Epieds, France, July 22 - 23, 1918. When his organization under heavy fire was forced to retire to rectify the line it was discovered that several severely wounded men could not be moved, and volunteers were called for to remain with the wounded until reinforcements arrived. The duty involved was deemed almost certain death. With great courage and devotion to his comrades Private Morse elected to remain and for several hours cared for the wounded under intense fire; he continued in his care after being badly wounded until evacuated, his splendid courage proving an inspiration to his command.
General Orders No. 9, W.D., 1923
Home Town: Somerville, MA

MORTON, LAWRENCE A.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company H, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 10, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lawrence A. Morton, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Les Evaux, France, July 10, 1918. After being badly wounded, Private Morton continued to perform his duties as runner at a relay post on the front line under heavy machine-gun fire.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jeanette, PA

MOSCOW, LONNIE J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company C, 107th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Lonnie J. Moscow, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 29, 1918. In the attack on the Hindenburg line, corporal Moscow was an advanced scout for his platoon. The platoon was temporarily halted by machine-gun fire from a section of the enemy trench in their immediate front. Corporal Moscow rushed through the heavy enemy fire to the trench and at the point of his rifle compelled twelve of the enemy to surrender. He then signaled for the platoon to advance.
General Orders No. No. 19, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Watertown, NY

*MOSELEY, JAMES A.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
166th Infantry Regiment, 42d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James A. Moseley, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Suippes, France, July 15, 1918. When two others had failed, one killed and the other wounded, Lieutenant Moseley left his shelter during a most intense enemy artillery bombardment, searched for and located a wounded corporal of his platoon, bringing him a distance of more than 400 yards to safety.
General Orders No. 20, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Glen Ridge, NJ

MOSES, ELLISON
Private, U.S. Army
Company C, 371st Infantry Regiment, 93d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ellison Moses, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ardeuil, France, September 30, 1918. After his company had been forced to withdraw from an advanced position, under severe machine-gun and artillery fire, Private Moses went forward and rescued wounded soldiers, working persistently until all of them had been carried to shelter.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mayesville, SC

*MOSHER, HENRY E.
Captain, U.S. Army
28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: May 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry E. Mosher, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action during a heavy bombardment near Cantigny, France, May 28, 1918. Captain Mosher displayed heroic conduct and utter disregard of his own safety while successfully directing the consolidation and defense of the position taken by his command. After succeeding in the accomplishment of his task he was struck by enemy fire and killed.
General Orders No. 99, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Falconer, NY

MOSKOWITZ, DANIEL (AKA DANIEL A. MORSE)
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 108th Infantry Regiment, 27th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Daniel Moskowitz, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September 28, 1918. Private Moskowitz exhibited exceptional bravery by leaving shelter and going out into an open field under heavy machine-gun and shell fire to rescue wounded soldiers.
General Orders No. No. 139, W.D., 1918
Home Town: New York, NY

MOSKOWITZ, HERMAN
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company C, 312th Infantry Regiment, 78th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 17 - 21, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman Moskowitz, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Talma Hill, France, October 17 - 21, 1918. As a runner Private Moskowitz displayed exceptional courage and devotion to duty in frequently volunteering and carrying messages through dangerous zones in addition to his regular duties. Though lame as the result of an accident, he carried a number of messages through a heavy barrage until he was severely wounded by a bursting shell.
General Orders No. 133, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Passaic, NJ

MOSS, THOMAS M.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 324th Infantry Regiment, 81st Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Thomas M. Moss, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Bois-de- Manheulles, France, November 9, 1918. With utter disregard for personal safety, Private Moss went forward under intense machine-gun fire to rescue an officer who had been mortally wounded.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Macon County, NC

MOTLEY, FRANK L.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Company M, 139th Infantry Regiment, 35th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 29, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frank L. Motley, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Apremont, France, September 29, 1918. When the enemy was counter attacking, having succeeded in planting machine-guns behind a smoke screen, he advanced with utter disregard of personal danger and jumped into an enemy machine-gun nest where there were about 15 Germans. Single-handed, he killed the gunner and loader, and engaged the remainder of the Germans until he received help from his platoon.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: St. Joseph, MO

MOTLEY, ROBERT E.
First Lieutenant (Dental Corps), U.S. Army
125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31 - August 7 & October 14 - 16, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Robert E. Motley, First Lieutenant (Dental Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Chateau-Thierry. France, July 31 - August 7, and near Verdun, France, October 14 - 16, 1918. Realizing the need of medical attention at the front, lieutenant Motley went beyond the scope of his duties as dentist by advancing with the infantry and establishing and maintaining dressing station with the leading elements of his command. For seven days, from July 31 to August 7, he safely evacuated many patients by his prompt and fearless action. He again volunteered and went forward in the attack of October 14 - 16, and on the latter date, carried a message back to the supply officer, requesting food for the men. Although wounded and badly gassed, he accomplished his mission, refusing evacuation until the food was started for the lines.
General Orders No. 59, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Verden, IL

*MOTTERN, VIRGIL C.
Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army
Company C, 105th Field Signal Battalion, 30th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 19, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Virgil C. Mottern, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mazinghein, France, October 19, 1918. Sergeant Mottern lost his life while personally laying a telephone line over exceedingly dangerous ground, under continuous artillery fire which had caused a great loss among the runners. He attempted the laying of this line in order to give his men a rest in a place of safety.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Jonesboro, TN

MOUNTS, WAYNE D.
Private, U.S. Army
Company D, 15th Machine-Gun Battalion, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 4, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Wayne D. Mounts, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Breuilles, France, November 4, 1918. Although suffering painfully from a severe shoulder wound, Private Mounts refused to reveal his condition, but courageously remained on duty until the termination of hostilities seven days later.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Williamson, WV

MOYER, RALPH
Private, U.S. Army
Company F, 103d Infantry Regiment, 26th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Ralph Moyer, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois-de-St. Remy, France, September 12, 1918. Although painfully wounded while cutting wires under terrific shell fire, Private Moyer refused to be evacuated and continued at his work until a lane had been opened and his platoon had passed through. He then joined his platoon and engaged in the battle until he became so weak from his wounds that he had to be sent to the rear.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Willard, KS

MOYNAHAN, TIMOTHY J.
Major, U.S. Army
146th Infantry Regiment, 37th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 28 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Timothy J. Moynahan, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, France, September 28 - 30, 1918. Displaying remarkable personal courage and leadership, Major Moynahan personally led his battalion without support. On either flank, through terrific artillery bombardment, in the face of direct machine-gun fire and enfilading fire from one-pounder guns on the right, capturing his objective on the ridge east of Cierges and repelling four hostile counterattacks.
General Orders No. 21, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Brooklyn, NY

MOYSE, HERMAN
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: July 31, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Herman Moyse, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges, northeast of Chateau-Thierry, France, July 31, 1918. After advancing through five stages of artillery barrage and machine-gun fire, First Lieutenant Moyse led a patrol of five men forward to capture two machine guns which were endangering the success of the operation. Although seriously wounded in the chest and foot by machine-gun fire, he would not consent to being taken to the rear until the guns had been captured.
General Orders No. No. 117, W.D., 1918
Home Town: Baton Rouge, LA

MUDGE, JOSIAH B.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
6th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: August 17, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Josiah B. Mudge, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Frapelle, France, August 17, 1918. First Lieutenant Mudge displayed notable courage and determination by leading his company to its objective through a heavy enemy barrage of high-explosive gas shells. Although gassed and wounded in the leg by a shell fragment, he remained in command of his company until it was relieved.
General Orders No. 15, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Manhattan, KS

MUDGETT, BRYAN
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
357th Infantry Regiment, 90th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 12 - 13, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Bryan Mudgett, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Mihiel, France, September 12 - 13, 1918. On several occasions during the advance of September 12, Lieutenant Mudgett out-maneuvered enemy machine guns, capturing both guns and crew. On the night of September 12 - 13, he led a patrol of two squads through the German lines, advancing over 1,000 yards to the front of the line of resistance, captured a German battery, one non-commissioned officer, and seven men. He then fought his way back through the enemy's lines, losing but one prisoner before meeting the advancing American troops.
General Orders No. 46, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Carlsbad, NM

MUELLER, JOSEPH, JR.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company F, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: November 10 - 11, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Joseph Mueller, Jr., Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Jametz, France, November 10 - 11, 1918. Private Mueller, a runner, successfully maintained liaison between his company, which formed the liaison group with another division, and regimental headquarters, promptly carrying numerous messages across an area under heavy fire.
General Orders 66, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Milwaukee, WI

MUHLENBERG, FREDERICK A.
Captain, U.S. Army
314th Infantry Regiment, 79th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: September 26 - 30, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Frederick A. Muhlenberg, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois, France, September 26 - 30, 1918. As regimental adjutant Captain Muhlenberg displayed the utmost disregard for personal danger in assisting his regimental commander in maintaining liaison with the front lines. After being painfully wounded and gassed by a bursting gas shell, this officer refused to be evacuated, but remained on duty, carrying orders to the front line and bringing back valuable information, until he was ordered to the rear.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Reading, PA

MULHALL, HENRY T.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Company G, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 3 - 9, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Henry T. Mulhall, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Etienne-a-Arnes, France, October 3 - 9, 1918. Sergeant Mulhall led his platoon against a machine-gun nest and continued to his objective after being wounded. He was instrumental in capturing three prisoners and one machine gun.
General Orders No. 35, W.D., 1919
Home Town: West Hazleton, PA

MULHOLLAND, EMMETT PAUL
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
326th Infantry Regiment, 82d Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 15, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Emmett Paul Mulholland, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near St. Juvin, France, October 15, 1918. After having been severely wounded in the leg Lieutenant Mulholland continued to direct his men under terrific artillery fire in the attack against two enemy machine guns. Due to his initiative and gallantry the enemy position was captured.
General Orders No. 72, W.D., 1920
Home Town: Fort Dodge, IA

MULLEN, ROGER H.
First Lieutenant, U.S. Army
6th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 14 & November 7, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Roger H. Mullen, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Romagne, France, October 14, 1918, and near Fontaines, France, November 7, 1918. Lieutenant Mullen, on October 14, under heavy machine-gun and artillery fire, personally led an attack on enemy machine-gun nests, capturing three machine-guns, and numerous prisoners. On November 7 he attacked and captured an enemy machine-gun nest which was holding up the advance of his company, taking machine guns and 16 prisoners.
General Orders No. 37, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Chicago, IL

MULLIGAN, JAMES J.
Private, U.S. Army
Company I, 114th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division, A.E.F.
Date of Action: October 12, 1918
Citation:
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to James J. Mulligan, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bois De Ormont, France, October 12, 1918. Private Mulligan volunteered to carry a message from the firing line to the rear over a route commonly known as the "Valley of Death," under heavy machine-gun and shell fire. During the journey, he was severely wounded in the thigh and leg, but delivered his message. Instead of waiting for treatment, Private Mulligan hopped and crawled back to the firing line with his answer.
General Orders No. 32, W.D., 1919
Home Town: Mount Vernon, NY