Fred M. Lawson

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Fred M. Lawson, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action at Fossoy, France, July 14 – 17, 1918. When it was reported that the enemy had crossed the Marne River, Corporal Lawson twice led a patrol across his platoon front through heavy shell fire and at the risk of his life. On July 15, 16, & 17 he worked day and night unceasingly until forced to stop from complete exhaustion, displaying at all times the highest coolness and judgment, and rendering services of the greatest value.