John V. Folsom

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to John V. Folsom, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in Bois-Cummunal-de-Cierges, east of Exmorieux Ferme, France, September 28, 1918. His company, checked by a heavy barrage of machine gun and artillery fire, with gas shells interspersed, Private Folsom volunteered to carry an important message from his company commander to the commander of an artillery unit. With great gallantry he accomplished his mission in the face of intense enemy fire. He was killed in action on October 10, 1918, fighting for Hill 255. His high courage and splendid soldierly qualities were important factors in the operations of his company, and inspired his comrades to great endeavors.