Andrew Edmiston, Jr.

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Andrew Edmiston, Jr., Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Foret-de-Fere, France, August 2, 1918. While in command of a platoon of his regiment it was severely bombed by enemy planes and under intense artillery fire. Serious disorganization followed the bombing. Taking steps for the safety of his unit Lieutenant Edmiston went forward under heavy artillery fire and assisted in the reorganization of units and, though badly wounded, insisted upon the evacuation of all other wounded before accepting first aid for himself. His splendid example of courage and devotion inspired every man of his command.