Charles E. Moore

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.