David Nadeau
Distinguished Service Cross
U.S. Army
World War I
General Orders No. 44, W.D., 1919
The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to David Nadeau, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Mezy, France, July 15 – 19, 1918. Sergeant Nadeau remained on duty throughout the battle of the Marne July 15 to 19, although seriously wounded, and rendered valuable assistance in sustaining the morale and managing the troops in the line.