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Thomas L. Alexander, first lieutenant, 327th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Chatel-Chehery, France, October 8, 1918.  Leading the first attack wave, he was painfully wounded in the mouth.  He continued on through the heavy fire for a distance of 10,000 yards until his objective was reached.  Organizing his position and consolidating his men, he remained in command, though very weak from exhaustion and loss of blood, refusing treatment until relieved.  Residence at appointment: 702 Wellington Avenue, Charlotte, N.C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

Robert B. Anderson, first lieutenant, 28th Infantry.
In the attack and defense at Cantigny, France, May 28-30, 1918, he showed utter disregard for his personal safety in leading his command forward in spite of artillery and machine-gun fire. While directing the security of his men after the advance, and in order to make certain that they were protected first, he himself was killed. Emergency address: Dr. W. S. Anderson, father, Wilson, N. C. Residence at appointment: 412 Green Street, Wilson, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

Edgar H. Bain, captain, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action. near Busigny, France, October 9, 1918. Advancing under heavy fire, with orders to pass through the front-line company, he found the troops he was to relieve 1,000 yards from their position, falling back. Rallying them, he personally led the troops in advance under terrine fire, assaulting and capturing the assigned objective. Residence at appointment: Goldsboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

John M. Baker, corporal, Company G, 4th Infantry, 3d Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Roncheres, France, July 29, 1918. He led a patrol through heavy machine-gun fire in an attack on an enemy nest. Seeing all the members of his patrol lying about, either killed or wounded, he courageously continued to fire, killing a sniper who had been inflicting severe losses.
For the following act of extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 14, 1918, Corpl. Baker is awarded an oak-leaf cluster, to be worn with the distinguished-service cross: After his platoon commander had been wounded, Corpl. Baker took command, and, after being wounded himself, refused to go for treatment, remaining to lead his platoon for two days until relieved. Residence at enlistment: 220 East Martin Street, Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

William С. Barbour, private, first class, Company C, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Busiguy, France, October 9, 1918. During the operations near Busigny on October 9 he, with one other soldier, voluntarily left his place of comparative safety and advanced into the open in the face of close-range machine-gun fire to rescue a severely wounded comrade. He received a severe wound while engaged in this self-appointed task, from which, he later died. Emergency address: Mrs. Mandy Harbour, mother, R. F. D. No. 1, Smithfleld, N. C. Residence at enlistment: II. F. D. No. 1, Smithfleld, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

Raymond Barnes, private, Company B, 3d Machine Gun Battalion. On July 18, 1918, near Berzy-le-Sec, France, he was severely wounded by a shell, but as soon as he regained consciousness he went forward, rejoined former position In squad, and fought with it until ordered to an aid station by his platoon commander. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 5, Taylorsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527)

George S. Beatty, second lieutenant, 7th Infantry, 3rd Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near le Rocq Ferme, France, July 15, 1918. Having remained at battalion headquarters, after the relief of his battalion, when the German barrage preceding the second battle of the Marne opened, Lieut. Beatty, realizing the gravity of the situation, voluntarily went out through heavy destructive fire on a reconnaissance of the front lines, and obtained information which could not be secured in any other manner. He encouraged the troops by his disregard for personal danger, and Rave directions for the defense of the positions. It being necessary for him to remove his gas mask In order to accomplish this mission, he was seriously burned by mustard gas. Residence at appointment: Lisbon Street, Clinton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 527-528)

Bryan Beckwith, second lieutenant, Company F, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 25, 1918. At Imminent peril to his own life. Lieut. Beckwith (then a sergeant) and two companions extinguished n fire in an ammunition dump, caused by a bursting shell, thereby preventing the explosion of the dump and saving the lives of a large number of men who were in the vicinity. Residence at appointment: Fayetteville. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

John W. Berryhill, private, first class, Company D, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Belllcourt, France, September 29, 1918. With 8 other soldiers, comprising the company headquarters detachment, he assisted his company commander in cleaning out enemy dugouts along a canal and capturing 242 prisoners. Residence at enlistment: Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Edgar Blanchard (Army serial No. 1880391), private. Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. He displayed marked personal bravery, capturing single- handed seven Germans whom he came upon in a trench and dugout. While taking the prisoners to the rear he met a wounded soldier and, preferring to return to the firing line, turned the prisoners over to the wounded man and rejoined his squad. Residence at enlistment: Fayetteville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Joseph L. Bradley (Army serial No. 40617), private, first class, Company L, 9th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Medéah Ferme, France, October 8, 1918. Without regard for his own safety, Pvt. Bradley worked unceasingly as a stretcher bearer, caring for the wounded of other companies as well as of those of his own, and inspiring others to greater efforts by his example of courage and endurance. Residence at enlistment : R. F. D. No. 2, Marshall, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Alvin O. Bridges, private, first class, Company D, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. With 8 other soldiers, comprising the company headquarters detachment, he assisted his company commander in cleaning out enemy dugouts along a canal and capturing 242 prisoners. Residence at enlistment : Route No. 3, Jonesboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Ronald Brogdon, pharmacist's mate, third class. United States Navy, attached to 2d Battalion, 6th Regiment, United States Marine Corps. For extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 15, 1918. He displayed exceptional courage and devotion to duty by going through heavy artillery and machine-gun fire to the aid of a wounded officer belonging to another organization. After giving first-aid treatment to the officer he carried him back to shelter. Residence at enlistment : Goldsboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Wilson D. Brookshire, private, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellleourt, France, September 29, 1918. Pvt. Brookshire, with one other soldier, attacked a machine-gun post which was causing much damage. They captured the post, taking prisoner one officer and eight men and put the machine gun out of action. Residence at enlistment: Route No. 4, Taylorsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528)

Dewey S. Broton (Army serial Xo. 132097), sergeant, Company E, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Wounded twice at the start of an advance, he remained in command of his platoon, carrying It through to a position near its objective, when he was wounded a third time und forced to retire. His personal courage was an inspiration to the men under him. Residence at enlistment : Mount Ulla, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 528-529)

Samuel R. Brown, sergeant, Company F. 322d Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in notion November 9, 1918, near Moranville and Grimaucourt, France. After having been wounded In the afternoon of November 9 lie had his wound dressed and returned to his platoon through very heavy enemy artillery and machine-gun lire. When his platoon was relieved he returned to the former position through enemy artillery fire to the rescue of a wounded man and assisted him to the rear. Residence at enlistment: Macclesfield, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Julius Jesse Bryson. (Army serial No. К5Ш;Зл), first sergeant, Company D, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 27, 1918. Although wounded very severely in the knee by shrapnel, Sergt. Bryson remained in charge of his platoon for more than 24 hours, during a critical period of the operations. Due to his excellent example of courage, leadership, and skill in handling them, his platoon successfully repelled a number of enemy attacks during this period of time. Residence at enlistment: Webster, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Robert Buck, private, Company A, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Although seriously wounded In the arm by machine-gun fire early In the engagement, Pvt. Buck for three hours continued on duty ns an automatic rifle carrier and did not go to the rear until his company had been reorganized. Residence at enlistment: Goldsboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Emory L. Butler (Army serial No. 1316455), corporal, Company K, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France. September 29, 1918. Becoming separated from his platoon during the advance, he continued 500 yards beyond the objective, and, although there were several enemy machine guns near him, he went to a dugout and forced the 35 occupants to come out and surrender. He was soon joined by other members of his platoon, and aided in cleaning out other near-by dugouts, displaying absolute disregard of danger. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 1, Glass, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Daniel B. Byrd, first lieutenant, Company F, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Escaufourt, France, October 10, 1918. Leading a small detachment under heavy fire, while the regiment %vas making an advance, he encountered stiff resistance which threatened to cut his detachment from the main line. By his utter disregard of the great danger, and the prompt placing of his automatic rifles, he made it possible for his detachment to return to the lines. He was wounded by shrapnel, but he remained with the men until ordered to the rear by his commanding officer. Address: Care of The Adjutant General of the Army, Washington, D. C. Residence at appointment: Fayetteville. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Mack C. Byrd, first sergeant. Company D, 2d Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bois de Belleau, France, June 3, 1918. although badly wounded and suffering intense pain, Sergt. Byrd refused evacuation, remaining and assisting his commanding officer throughout the operations. Residence at enlistment: Elkin, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

John C. Byrum (Army serial No. 1820291), first sergeant, Company E, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Although he was wounded at the very start of the attack, Sergt. Byrum, continued with the advance, reorganizing scattered units and leading them back to the line. Later his arm was shot off, but he steadfastly refused evacuation until loss of blood so weakened him that he was taken to the rear. Residence at enlistment: Edenton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529)

Robert L. Campbell, first lieutenant, 368th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, September 27, 1918. In the afternoon of September 27 Lieut. Campbell saw n runner fall wounded in the middle of a field swept by heavy machine-gun fire. At imminent peril to his own life, and in full view of the enemy, he crossed the Held and carried the wounded soldier to shelter. Residence at appointment: 913 Lindsay Street, Greensboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 529-530)

Elijah A. Capps, private, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. In the face of heavy machine-gun fire, Pvt. Capps, with two other soldiers, attacked and put out of action an enemy machine-sun post, capturing a German officer and three soldiers. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 2, Princeton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

Thomas W. Carlisle (Army serial No. 1315229), sergeant, Company D, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29,1918, and near St. Souplet, France, October 12,1918. He volunteered with two comrades, and went In advance of our lines, under heavy machine- gun fire, and rescued a bounded soldier. Later, when his platoon had been reduced to four men, he inspired them by his personal courage to hold their position till reinforcements arrived. Residence at enlistment: Goldsboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

Buck A. Carter (Army serial No. 1316101), private, Company H, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt. France, September 29, 1918. Wounded In the hand, he continued in the advance, operating his Lewis gun effectively. He aided in the capture of two enemy machine-gun posts, Inspiring those serving with him by his personal fortitude. He was killed later in performance of duty. Emergency address: Louis Carter, father, Ingold, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Ingold, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

John Carver (Army serial No. 1316155), corporal, Company H, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. With another soldier, he attacked and demolished two enemy machine-gun posts 200 yards In advance of our lines. He then stood guard at the entrance of a dugout while the other soldier entered it and brought out 75 German soldiers and 3 officers, who were taken back to the line as prisoners. Residence at enlistment: Plott, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

Albert J. Coyer, private, Company B, 38th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mézy, France. July 15. 1918. During the Intense enemy artillery preparation just prior to the German offensive of July 15, 1918, he voluntarily made several trips through the heaviest shelling to bring wounded comrades from the field. Residence at enlistment: 501 East Market Street, Reidsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

Herbert O. Champion, private, first class, Sanitary Detachment, 105th Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action July 16, 1918. When an enemy airplane dropped a bomb In the camp of his organization, killing one soldier and wounding seven, Including himself, he administered first aid to the other wounded, helped carry them to the dressing station, and there gave further assistance In dressing and evacuating the wounded men, never mentioning his own serious Injuries until he knew that all the others had been cared for. Residence at enlistment: Mooresboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530)

Robert P. Cook, sergeant, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellecourt, France, September 29, 1918. When his platoon was held up by machine-gun fire during an advance, although suffering from a painful machine-gun bullet wound in the hand, he personally killed the gunner and put the gun out of action, thus permitting the further advance of his platoon. Residence at enlistment: Route No. 1, Altamahaw, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 530-531)

Albert Lee Cranford (Army serial No. 1310721), private, Company D, 118tn Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellecourt, France, September 27, 1018. After all his comrades had been killed or wounded, and he himself Injured by an enemy hand grenade, Pvt. Cranford defended his post single handed in the face of a German bombing attack until reinforcements arrived. He then continued on duty with his company, refusing to be evacuated until he was severely gassed later. Residence at enlistment: Concord, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

William Curlee, corporal, Company F, 9th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Médéah Farm, France. October 3, 1918. Corpl. Curlee, together with four men, charged a machine-gun nest containing 3 machine guns and captured the 3 guns and 20 prisoners. Residence at enlistment: Folkton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Ben G. Davis, private, Company C, 115th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres. Belgium, August 23, 1918. When several members of his platoon were severely wounded by shell fire, Pvt. Davis, though himself wounded, went through the bombardment to a dugout and procured assistance for his comrades, guiding a rescuing party to their assistance. Residence at enlistment: 512 New Street, Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Dunk Davis (Army serial No. 1315838), first sergeant, Company G, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellecourt, France, September 29, 1918. He voluntarily went forward to attack enemy machine guns which were carefully concealed and raising havoc with his section of the line. He succeeded In putting both posts out of action and killing all the occupants. Residence at enlistment: Ralford, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Duncan J. Devane, sergeant, Company C, 115th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 23, 1918. Upon learning that several members of his platoon had been wounded by enemy shell fire, he immediately left his dugout and went to their assistance. After carrying one man to shelter and being knocked down by a bursting shell In so doing, he returned to the shelled area and helped carry the rest of the wounded men to the dressing station 500 yards away across ft field which was being heavily bombarded with gas and high-explosive shells. Residence at enlistment: Clarklin, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Junius Diggs, private, Company G, 371st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Ardeuil, France. September 30, 1918. After his company had been forced to withdraw from an advanced position under severe machine- gun and artillery fire, this soldier went forward and rescued wounded soldiers, working persistently until all of them had been carried to shelter. Residence at enlistment: Lilesvllle, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Ben F. Dixon, captain, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Vaux-Andigny, France, September 29, 1918. He was severely wounded during the early part of the operations against the Hindenburg line; his company having only one officer, he remained on duty. Shortly afterwards he received n second wound and again refused to leave his men. When he saw that the front waves of his company were pelting into a barrage he at once went forward to stop them, and while doing so he was killed. Emergency address: Mrs. B. F. Dixon, mother, Gastonia, N. C. Residence at appointment: Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531)

Otis R. Douglas, private, Company C, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellieourt, France, September 29, 1918. Hearing cries of distress from a disabled tank, he assisted an officer by advancing in the face of terrific machine-gun and shell fire to the spot. Not withstanding the fact that the tank was subjected to point-blank fire of artillery, he succeeded in rescuing the badly wounded tank commander and removing him to a place of safety. Emergency address: Mrs. Otis R. Douglas, wife, R. F. D. No. 1, Taylorsville, N. C. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 1, Taylorsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 531-532)

Edgar S. W. Draughon, private, Sanitary Detachment, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near St. Quentin, France, September 29 to October 20, 1918. Throughout this period Pvt. Draughon labored unceasingly In evacuating the wounded from the front lines to the battalion aid post. On October 19, with complete disregard for his personal safety, he advanced under heavy shell and machine-gun fire beyond the front line, rendered first aid to a wounded officer, and assisted him to the rear. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 2, Fayettevllle, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

John C. Duffy, second lieutenant, Company F, 53d Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Landersbach, Alsace, October 4, 1918. During an attack by a German raiding party of about 300 men he took command of a post where the five men manning it had been killed or wounded by liquid fire. By his coolness and fearless exposure of himself he was able to hold the post with n small reinforcement. After the raid he removed some 20 grenades which had "became dangerously hot, due to the fire, and were about to explode. Residence at appointment: 28 Pollock Street, Newbern, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

James M. Ellington, first lieutenant, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918, severely wounded in an attack, he refused to stop for first aid, leading his men forward under heavy fire. When, after several hours' fighting, he was ordered to the rear by his battalion commander, he returned to the front line after having his wound dressed, directing the work of reorganizing his command and consolidating the position that had been won. Residence at appointment: 43 Lee Street, Oxford, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

Walter J. Fillyaw (Army serial No. 2340137), private, Medical Detachment, 4th Infantry, 3d Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Cunel, France, October 5, 1918. Having been wounded and ordered to the rear, Pvt. Fillyaw nevertheless continued to administer first-aid treatment to other wounded men under constant shell fire, until he was wounded a second time, when he was evacuated, despite his protests. Residence at enlistment: Fayetteville, N. С.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

Burt T. Forbes (Army serial No. 1316253), corporal. Company I, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, September 1. 1918. While his patrol was acting as a flank guard, with orders not to fire unless absolutely necessary, lie detected an enemy patrol of eight men approaching and starting to set up a machine gun. Crawling forward alone, he charged the enemy patrol and, single-handed, killed three Germans and routed the other five. Residence at enlistment: Greenville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

Walter S. Forehand (Army serial No. 1316251), sergeant, Company I, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Sergt. Forehand showed exceptional bravery and devotion to duty by advancing with another soldier, though separated from his platoon, In the attack by his regiment on September 29, 1918. They found four privates, also lost in the smoke and fog, and, with this small party, proceeded toward the objective. During their advance, they surprised and captured 92 Germans, including several officers, without other aid. They succeeded in getting all of the prisoners back to the military police, and then rejoined their platoon. Residence at enlistment: South Mills, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 532)

Walter I. Foster, private. Company D, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Acting as a runner, Pvt. Foster carried frequent messages between his platoon leader and company commander, exposed at nil times to heavy enemy fire of artillery and machine guns. While performing this meritorious work lie was killed by machine-gun fire. Emergency address: M. A. Foster, father, Haw River, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Haw River, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

John W. Foust, sergeant, Machine Gun Company, 38th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Cunel, France, October 22, 1918. After all the officers of his company had been wounded, Sergt. Foust (then corporal) assumed command, and with great courage and bravery organized a detachment, recapturing two of his machine guns that had fallen to the enemy In a counterattack earlier In the day. Residence at enlistment: R. P. D. No. 2V Lexington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

Lewis K. Fowler, private, first class, Company В, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in fiction near Rusigny, France, October 19, 1918. He remained at his post, covering the withdrawal of his company with his automatic rifle, in order that the company might take up a better position. He was instantly killed while in the performance of this mission. Emergency address: John W. Fowler, father, Route No. 1, Cardenas,  N. C. Residence at enlistment: Route No. 1, Cardenas, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

Walter Eugene Furr, private, 82d Company, 6th Regiment, United States Marine Corps. For extraordinary heroism In action near Vierzy, France, July 19, 1918. Unaided, Pvt. Furr crept forward in advance of his line, searched ¡in underground tunnel, captured five Germans, and brought thorn back through heavy machine-gun and shell fire. Residence at enlistment: Franklin, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

Cortis H. Garner, private, Company C, 105th Field Signal Battalion, for extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt and Nauroy, France, September 28 to October 1, 1918. Attached to the headquarters of the 60th Infantry Brigade as a dispatch rider, he repeatedly showed exceptional bravery throughout the operations of that brigade. During the engagement near Bellicourt he particularly distinguished himself by his prompt delivery of all messages under vigorous shell fire and bombing raids by enemy aircraft, riding day and night in all kinds of weather. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 3, Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

John H. Gill, sergeant, Headquarters Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. After being twice wounded during the attack, Sergt. Gill, with his trench mortar section men, who had become lost from other companies, and stragglers, attacked a strong machine-gun position at the Junction of the tunnel and canal and was wounded the third time. During the attack he was wounded in 13 places by machine-gun bullets and shrapnel, but continued the attack with the utmost coolness and bravery. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 4, Henderson, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

Thomas B. Gold, first lieutenant, Medical Corps, attached to 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Busigny, France, October 9, 1918, and. Mazinghien, France, October 18-19, 19ÍS. During the attack of October 9 he established his aid post in a roadside shrine up with the front line, where he rendered valuable assistance to the wounded. On another occasion he established alone a post close to the front line, where he again gave treatment until the heavy fire of the enemy forced him to withdraw. During the advance of October 18-19 he established another front-line post under the enemy fire and thus saved the lives of many of the troops. Residence at appointment: Lawndale, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 533)

Ernest B. Green, private, Company D, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 25, 1918. Although stunned and bruised by a shell which burst in his trench, he went to the aid of a comrade outside of the trench and brought him to safety. This was in full view of the enemy and under heavy shelling. Residence at enlistment: 18 South Valley Street, Concord, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Garland Green, private, Company D, 30th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mézy, France, July 15, 1918. During the German artillery bombardment of July 15 he carried messages between company and battalion headquarters, and, although wounded In the arm, refused evacuation until relieved two days later. Residence at enlistment: Bakers Creek, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Wallace Green, sergeant, Company M, 6th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action at Frapelle, France, August 17, 1918. He unhesitatingly and with great coolness and courage went forward under a heavy enemy barrage to destroy wire entanglements and continued this hazardous work until killed. Emergency address: Mrs. Elizabeth Green, mother, Eure, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Eure, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Luther С. Griffith (Army serial No. 1320912), private, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When the other members of a Lewis gun crew had become casualties he operated the gun single-handed, and, attacking an enemy machine-gun emplacement, killed the gunner and made the other two members of the crew prisoners. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 1, Reidsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Henry H. Hall (Army serial No. 1316674), private, Company L, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Voormezeele, Belgium, August 31, 1918. When the carrier of a Lewis gun crew was killed, he took his place, and the ammunition becoming exhausted, volunteered to go for a new supply under heavy fire. Wounded while on this mission, he opened fire on the enemy with his rifle, engaging a hostile patrol until he was mortally wounded by a second bullet. Emergency address: Horace W. Hall, father, Lumber Bridge, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Lumber Bridge. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Dewiit Hardison, private, first class. Company C, 105th Field Signal Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Being a member of a detail to establish communication with the front line, Pvt. Hardison was caught in an enemy barrage, during which his detail suffered many casualties. Although badly gassed, he continued to work for the entire day, always exposed to heavy artillery fire, after which he assisted in the removal of the wounded. Residence at enlistment: Kenly, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Edward C. Harris, second lieutenant, 321st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Grimaucourt, France, November 11, 1918. Under the fire of three machine guns, firing upon him from different directions, he took his gun through the enemy wire and mounted it. He would not permit his men to remain in such a dangerous position, and after being wounded severely ordered his men to leave him. Residence at appointment: Wendell, N.C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Graham W. Harris, sergeant, Machine Gun Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Becoming separated from his platoon in the dense smoke and fog with five other soldiers, Sergt. Harris kept his men together and continued the advance under heavy artillery and machine-gun fire. Upon reaching the objective he made a personal reconnaissance 600 yards to the front, capturing several prisoners, and assisting in breaking up three machine-gun nests. He remained in this advanced position until he was ordered back. Residence at enlistment: Oxford, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 534)

Samuel C. Hart, private, first class, Company G, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. After having been seriously wounded in the arm, which caused much pain and loss of blood, he continued to advance, carrying a Lewis gun, and pouring an effective fire into the ranks of the enemy until he was killed in the attack. Emergency address: Samuel B. Hart, father, It. F. D. No. 3, Mooresville,  N. C. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 3, Mooresvllle, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

Guy L. Hartman, first lieutenant, 6th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Frapelle, France, August 17, 1918. After having been painfully wounded, Lieut. Hartman refused to go to the rear for treatment. He made his way though a heavy barrage and brought up a platoon that was stopped by heavy fire. Some time later, after having his wound dressed, he conducted his brigade commander through a heavily gassed area, after which he remained constantly on duty until relieved. Address: Care of The Adjutant General of the Army, Washington, D. C. Residence at appointment: Farmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

Henry G. Hensley, sergeant, Company H, 56th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Preny, France, November 1, 1918. When the position of his platoon became untenable on account of machine-gun fire from a nest in their front, Sergt. Hensley attacked the nest alone and succeeded in driving off the enemy with hand grenades. Residence at enlistment: Vixon, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

William Herren (Army serial No. 559453), first sergeant, Machine Gun Company, 58th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near A'ille-Savoye, France, August 7, 1918. He carried guns and ammunition to the front-line platoons through an intense barrage after several carrying details had failed to get through. He then volunteered to stay with the right-flank platoon, which was under heavy fire In an exposed position. During the afternoon he and one other man pushed forward with a captured machine gun and assisted materially in breaking up several hostile counterattacks during the day. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 3, West Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

Harvey S. Hester, first lieutenant, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Vaux-Andigny, France, October 10, 1918. Although severely wounded in the back by shrapnel, he led his platoon forward, covering a flank of his battalion, which was exposed to heavy enemy fire. Residence at appointment: Kenilworth Park, Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

James Allen Higgs, jr., first lieutenant, Company C, 3d Balloon Squadron, Air Service. For repeated acts of extraordinary heroism in action near Pont-a-Mousson, France, July 31, and August 21, 1918, and at Gesnes, France, October 29, 1918. On July 31, near Pont-a-Mousson, he was carrying on a general surveillance of his sector from his balloon with a French soldier when an enemy plane dived from a cloud and opened fire on the balloon. In imminent danger, he remained In the basket until he had helped his French comrade, after whom he himself Jumped. On August 2Í, in the same sector, he was performing an important mission, regulating artillery fire. Enemy planes attacked, and with great gallantry he remained in the basket until his assistant had jumped. On October 29, near Gesnes, he was conducting a reglage from the basket with a student observer. Attacked by enemy planes, after his balloon was burning he would not quit his post until he had assisted his companion to escape. In each of the foregoing instances Lieut. Higgs at once reascended in a new balloon. Residence at appointment: 417 North Blount Street, Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535)

Willie Higson, corporal, Company C, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. He showed extraordinary heroism and courage in lending men under heavy shrapnel and enfilading machine-gun fire during the attack on the Hindenburg line. During a temporary halt he acted as runner through this fire and attempted to return after being severely wounded. Residence at enlistment: Henderson, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 535-536)

Guy R. Hinson, sergeant, first class, Company F, 105th Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action August 27, 1918. He was in charge of a platoon, delivering a highly concentrated gas-cloud attack against the enemy, when the cloud unexpectedly flared back. After leading his men to a place of safety, this soldier went back Into the cloud four times at imminent peril to his own life, collecting and rescuing others who had been overcome. Conducting his platoon through heavy machine-gun fire, he put them in charge of another sergeant with instructions to resume their mission, while he again returned to search for gassed men, and found all but two. His excellent leadership and unusual courage prevented many casualties and at the same time effected the completion of an important mission. Residence at enlistment: 610 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

James V. Holland, sergeant, first class, Company D, 105th Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. While suffering from severe wounds, and still subjected to intense artillery fire, Sergt. Holland directed the evacuation of his platoon commander, and fully instructed his junior sergeant before he would allow himself to be evacuated. Residence at enlistment: Gastonia, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

Alexander Hollingsworth, corporal, Company B, 354th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Romonville, France, November 1, 1918. He led his combat group against a machine-gun position through an intense machine-gun and artillery tire, and although severely wounded took part in the capture of the machine gun and crew. He refused to be evacuated until he had reported to his company commander. Residence at enlistment: Hendersonville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

Monroe С. Hooper (Army serial Xo. 1316313), corporal, Company I, 119th. Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Busigny, France, October 10, 1918. Knocked down by the explosion of an explosive bullet beneath his helmet, he regained his feet and led the members of his patrol against a hostile patrol which had been encountered. Though he and his men were outnumbered nearly five to one, he led the advance against the enemy, himself killing seven Germans. Residence at enlistment: Andrews, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

Harold Q. Hubbard, sergeant, Company C, 115th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 23, 1918. During heavy hostile bombardment, he voluntarily left his dugout and went through the shell fire to the assistance of his wounded platoon commander. After taking the officer to a partly sheltered position, he ran 400 yards through the barrage to secure a litter and assisted the stretcher bearer in carrying the wounded officer to a dressing station. Residence at enlistment: Clinton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

James W. Hudnall, sergeant, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, Franco, September 29, 1018. After being twice wounded, Sergt. Hudnall continued to lead his platoon in attack, capturing two machine guns. In later action he received additional wounds which caused his death. Emergency address: Miss Eva Hudnall, sister, Critz, Va. Residence at enlistment: Spray, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536)

Harold A. Hudson, sergeant, first class. Company C, 105th Field Signal Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Sergt. Hudson and a number of other members of a signal detachment were wounded by shell fire while proceeding through an enemy counter-barrage to the front line, but, disregarding his own Injuries, this soldier administered first aid to his wounded comrades and then extended a telephone line to the advance message center, and with five men maintained and operated the message center. Residence at enlistment: Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 536-537)

Jones W. Hunter, private, first class, Company G, 9th Infantry. He showed himself to he conspicuously brave when at Vaux, France, June 3, 1918, although wounded by a shell and unable to carry ammunition, for which duty he had been detailed, he went over the top with his squad and fought heroically with it until killed. Emergency address: J. VV. Hunter, uncle, 205 Clarkson Street, Charlotte, N. C. Residence at enlistment: 205 Clarkson Street, Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Ernest Нуman, private. Machine Gun Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt. France, September 29, 1918. Becoming separated from his organization in the smoke and fog, Pvt. Hyman joined another soldier and was instrumental in breaking up three machine-gun nests and capturing four prisoners. After reaching the objective he volunteered and accompanied a reconnaissance patrol 600 yards beyond the line to the enemy. He has since been killed in action. Emergency address: Mrs. J. E. Hyman. Mother, R. F. D. No. 1, Palmyra, N. C. Residence at enlistment: H. F. D. No. 1, Palmyra, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Burwell C. Jackson (Army serial No. 42997), private. Company F, 16th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 19. 1918. He, alone, captured a machine gun, killed two of the crew, and took the remaining three prisoners. Later in the same day he was killed while making a similar attempt. Emergency address: Jesse L. Jackson, brother. R. F. D. No. 4, Kingston, N. C. Residence at enlistment: IÍ. F. D. No. 4, Kingston, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Joseph H. Johnston. first lieutenant, 322d Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action at Beulny, France, October 15, 1918. Lieut. Johnston led a daylight patrol behind the German front line for the purpose of securing Information ns to the reporter! retreat of the enemy. Discovering an enemy machine gun, he led his men in an attempt to capture it, but when they were about 25 yards away the gun opened fire and this officer was mortally wounded. Upon being pulled into a trench by members of the patrol he manifested no anxiety concerning himself, but urged his men to continue their mission. Emergency address : Mrs. C. S. Johnston, mother, Chapel Hill, N. C. Residence at appointment: Chapel Hill, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Louis K. Johnston, corporal, Machine Gun Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mazinghien, France, October 18-19, 1918. When his platoon became separated from the battalion to which it was attached Corpl. Johnston proceeded under heavy shell fire along a road with which he was unfamiliar and established liaison with his battalion. Residence at enlistment: Davidson, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Carl O. Jones, private, Company E, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehaln, France, October 8, 1918. Crawling to the flanks of a German machine-gun nest, he covered the crew with his rifle from n distance of 30 yards and captured 12 of the enemy. This gallant soldier was subsequently killed In action. Emergency address: Sam Jones, father, 982 Base Avenue, Kannapolis, N. C. Residence at enlistment: 982 Base Avenue, Kannapolis, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537)

Charles F. Jordan (Army serial No. 1316133), private, Company H, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. He repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to save his comrades, going forward in advance of our lines to attack machine-gun nests. After reducing one enemy nest with rifle grenades, he proceeded to attack another, and while so doing was killed by enemy snipers. Emergency address: George W. Jordan, father, Cooleemee, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Cooleemee, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 537-538)

James O. Jordan, private. Company H, 117th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Busigny, France, October 9, 1918. When his platoon was subjected to heavy machine-gun lire from the front and flanks, Pvt. Jordan courageously operated his automatic rifle from an exposed position with such good effect that tire superiority was maintained until reinforcements arrived. Residence at enlistment: 303 Devonshire Street, Winston-Salem, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Henry G. Kelley, private, Company G, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 20, 1918. Voluntarily advancing alone against a machine-gun nest which was causing heavy casualties In his platoon, he bombed the enemy position, killing five of the crew and capturing the remaining three. Residence at enlistment: Andrews, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Ogden Doremus King, lieutenant, passed assistant surgeon, United States Navy, attached to 6th Machine Gun Battalion, United States Marine Corps. For extraordinary heroism in action near the Bols de Belleau, June 0-10, 1918. On two successive days the regimental aid station in which he was working was struck by heavy shells and in each case demolished. Ten men were killed and a number of wounded were badly hurt by falling timbers and stone. Under these harassing conditions this officer continued without cessation his treatment of the wounded, assisting in their evacuation and setting an inspiring example of devotion and courage to the officers and men serving under him. Address: Care of the Bureau of Navigation, Navy Department, Washington, D. C. Appointed from North Carolina.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Ethen S. Koon, second lieutenant, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 31, 1918. Ignoring his severe wound, suffered in the advance of his platoon against the enemy south of Ypres, he remained with his men until all the wounded had been evacuated and personally directed the reorganization of his position until ordered to the rear by his commanding officer. Residence at appointment: 296 College Street, Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Robert J. Lamb, major, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. In command of a company he, with two other men, rushed a machine-gun post which was holding up the advance, killing the German crew. Later, separated from part of his command, owing to a dense smoke screen, he found himself with a few men in front of three German machine-gun nests. Leading the attack, he captured the enemy positions with 25 prisoners. Residence at appointment: Fayetteville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Johnnie Lamm, private, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 20, 1918. In the face of heavy machine-gun fire, Pvt. Lamm, with two other soldiers, attacked and put out of action an enemy machine-gun post, capturing a German officer and three soldiers. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 2, Lucarna, N. С.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Julius A. Langford (Army serial No. 1319446), private. Company А, 120Ш Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Saint-Souplet, France, October 17-19, 1918. Being a, company runner, he displayed marked bravery, repeatedly crossing heavily shelled areas and exposing himself to machine-gun fire to deliver important messages, enabling his company to maintain adequate liaison. Residence at enlistment: Swepsonville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538)

Davidson V. Latham (Army serial No. 140SD8G), wagoner, Company G, 5th Ammunition Train, 7th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Septsarges, France, October 24, 1918. When an enemy shell struck some pyrotechnics stored in the ammunition dump of his organization, he assisted in removing inflammable material and placing the fire under control. Through his coolness and courage the destruction of a large quantity of near-by ammunition was avoided. Residence at enlistment: Gastonia, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 538-539)

Joseph H. Laughlin (Army serial No. 56681), private, Company A, 28th Infantry, 1st Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Cantigny, France, May 28-30, 1918. In command of the battalion runners, Pvt. Laughlin volunteered to carry messages through the unusually heavy fire. During a very critical period of the fighting he twice went through a machine-gun barrage to the front line to obtain information when no word from that source had been received for a long period. Residence at enlistment: 178 Despot Street, Concord, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

Dewie H. Lawhorne, private, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1018. In the face of heavy machine-gun fire, Pvt. Lawhorne, with two other soldiers, attacked and put out of action an enemy machine-gun post, capturing a German officer and three soldiers. Residence at enlistment: Draper, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

Harvey M. Ledwell, sergeant. Company A, 4th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near le Channel, France, July 26, 1918. Although very seriously wounded, he refused aid of his men, who stopped to assist him, ordering them forward and directing their attack until they had passed beyond hearing distance. Emergency address: Wallace H. Branon, nephew, 24 Seventeenth Street, White Oak, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Greensboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)
                                 
Robert F. Lewis, corporal, Company G, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. His section having been stopped by a concealed machine gun, Corpl. Lewis, on his own initiative, crawled forward alone over ground swept by machine-gun lire. Attacking the nest with bombs and firing at it with his rifle, he killed the entire crew, numbering seven, and thereby cleared the way for the further advance of his section. Residence at enlistment: Wananish, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

Robert O. Lindsay, first lieutenant, 139tb Aero Squadron, Air Service. For extraordinary heroism in action near Banthevllle, France, October 27, 1.918. In company with two other planes, Lieut. Lindsay attacked three enemy planes (Fokker type) at an altitude of 3,000 meters, and after a sharp fight brought down one of them. While engaged with the two remaining machines eight more planes (Fokker type) came at him from straight ahead. He flew straight through their formation, gained an advantageous position, and brought down another plane before he withdrew from the combat. Residence at appointment: Madison, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

Ollie R. Link, cook, Company M, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near St. Souplet, France, October 9-10, 19Í8. Hearing that the casualties in his company were very heavy, he left his place in the kitchen and joined his comrades on the front line. From there he advanced alone a distance of 200 yards and located two machine-gun nests, the journey being done in the face of heavy enemy fire. Residence at enlistment: Buies, N. С.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

James С. Loder, second lieutenant, 26th Infantry. On July 18, 1918, he gallantly inspired his platoon to three vigorous and successful advances against machine-gun tire near Roissons, France, in the last of which he was killed. Emergency address: Mrs. James C. Loder, mother, Box No. 422, Wilmington, N. O. Residence at appointment: Box No. 422, Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539)

David Worth Loring, first lieutenant, 115th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in actlon near Ypres, Belgium, August Z1k 1918. When his gun positions were rendered untenable by shell lire and his men ordered to seek shelter In dugouts, Lieut. Loring left a place of safety for the purpose of seeing that all of his men were under cover, and was mortally wounded by a shell, dying on his way to the hospital. Emergency address: Mrs. Viola Shaw Lorlng, wife, 808 North Front Street, Wilmington, N. C. Residence at appointment: 308 North Front Street, Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 539-540)

Joseph J. Laughlin, captain, 322d Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Moranville, France, November 9, 1918. At the sacrifice of his own life he went forward through heavy machine-gun fire to locate a nest of machine guns which was holding up the advance of the regiment. He located the machine guns so that the 1-pounders could silence them, but was killed by the enemy machine-gun fire. Emergency address: Mrs. Eleanor K. Loughlin, wife. 513 South Front Street, Wilmington, N. O. Residence at appointment: 513 South Front Street, Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

David H. Lovelace, private, Machine Gun Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 20, 1918. His left firm having been rendered useless by a shrapnel wound. Pvt. Lovelace continued to carry ammunition with his other arm until the objective was reached, when, against his protests, he was ordered to the rear for medical treatment. Residence at enlistment: Jonesville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

Jesse A. Lunsford, corporal, Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September '29, 1918. He attacked, single-handed, a machine-gun post from which a destructive fire was being directed against his company. While he was approaching the nest the- machine- gun shot the butt off his rifle and cut a hole in, his breeches, but he succeeded in getting close enough to the nest to throw four hand grenades into it and then killed the gunner with his bayonet. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 1. Timber Lake, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

William B. Lyerly, private, Company П. 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. With eight other soldiers, comprising the company headquarters detachment, he assisted his company commander in cleaning out enemy dugouts along a canal and capturing 242 prisoners. Residence at enlistment: Mount Vernon, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

Lee R. McClelland, sergeant. Medical Detachment, 371st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Ardeuil, France, September 30, 1918. While administering first-aid treatment to wounded soldiers on the field, Sergt. McClelland received a painful wound on the leg, but without mentioning his injury he remained on duty, caring for the wounded under shell fire, until the regiment was relieved. Residence at enlistment: 27 Clemmons Street, Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

William J. McDade, sergeant, Company B, 117th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Genève, France, October 8, 1918. While advancing with his platoon on the morning of October 8. Sergt. McDade was seriously wounded in the hip, hut Insisted upon remaining with his platoon. He was again wounded twice by machine-gun fire, but continued to the objective, where he materially aided in consolidating the position. He was then ordered to the aid station by his commanding officer and was later evacuated to the hospital. Residence at enlistment: Lenoir, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

Robert McDonald, private, first class. Company M, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Saint-Souplet, France, October 9-10, 1918. He showed exceptional bravery and courage by going forward alone on many occasions to gain information of the enemy. He remained on duty with his company after being wounded until ordered to the rear for treatment : Residence at enlistment: Regle, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540)

Edgar E. McDowell, private. Company F, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Montbrehain, France, October 8, 1918. When the second wave of his company was confronted by two enemy machine-gun posts, which had been passed over by the first wave, Pvt. McDowell, from a prone sniped at these posts and then rushed one of them. In so doing he was wounded in the wrist, but he continued on and succeeded in killing two Germans and capturing four others. The other posts, containing 20 of the enemy, surrendered shortly afterwards. Residence at enlistment: Hendersonville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 540-541)

Albert G. McKay (Army serial No. 1865857), corporal, Company C, 105th Engineers, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehain, France, October 8, 1918. Corpl. McKay, a runner, passed unfalteringly through heavy enemy shell fire to inform platoon lenders of the location of cover from the advance enemy counterbarrage, continuing to expose himself until all were protected, thereby preventing many casualties. As he was returning from this mission he was badly wounded and died shortly afterwards. Emergency address: Mrs. Belle lira n ton McKay, mother, Kannapolis, N. O. Residence at enlistment: Kannapolis. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

Alexis M. McLain, (Army serial No. 1817178), private, Company K, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Saint-Souplet, France, October 10, 1918. After one soldier had been killed and another wounded in the attempt, ho carried a message under heavy fire to company headquarters, bringing up reinforcements which saved his platoon. Residence at enlistment: 623 East Fourth Street, Winston, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

Lewis B. McLawhon, saddler, Machine Gun Company, 28d Infantry. While attached to the headquarters of the 28d Infantry, near Chateau-Thierry, France, on June 6, 1918, he made eight trips as a runner to and from advance platoons. He showed heroic coolness in the fact of machine-gun fire and absolute fearlessness In the execution of his work. Residence at enlistment: Winterville. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

William D. McLelland. first lieutenant, Medical Corps, 314th Ambulance Company, 304th Sanitary Train. 79th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Nantillois and Montfaucon, France, September 29 to October 1, 1918. Lieut. McLelland, near Nantillois, displayed untiring energy in bringing In the wounded while continually subjected to machine-gun and shrapnel fire. It was necessary to move the dressing station to some abandoned German dugouts because of the heavy fire, and during the bombardment this station was set on fire and six men killed, but Lieut. McLelland. by his coolness and courage, enabled the speedy evacuation of the wounded. Address: Care of The Adjutant General of the Army, Washington, D. C. Entered military service from North Carolina.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

Preston Alexander McLendon, lieutenant, assistant surgeon, United States Navy, attached to 1st Battalion, 5th Regiment, United States Marine Corps. For extraordinary heroism in action near Blanc Mont, France. October 3-4, 1918. During heavy action ho continually pushed his dressing station to more advantageous positions. Although In great danger because of a severe shelling, lie dressed his patients in an exposed position, using his dugout for the seriously wounded. Residence at appointment: Morven. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

James G. Мabе, private, Company A, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Having been severly wounded In the shoulder by shrapnel early In the attack, Pvt. Mabe refused to leave his platoon find, after losing his rifle, armed himself with grenades and cleaned out numerous enemy dugouts. Not until his company had taken its position for the night did he go to the rear. Residence at enlistment: Madison, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541)

Hugh B. Martin (Army serial No. 1317775), corporal, Machine Gun Company, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Busigny, France, October 10, 1918. When a battalion of Infantry was held up by heavy machine-gun fire, he rushed his section forward to a position 300 yards in advance of our front lines, engaged and silenced the enemy, and allowed a renewal of the advance. He displayed marked personal bravery under terrific enemy fire- Residence at enlistment: Kinston, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 541-542)

John B. Mayes, jr., captain, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Capt Mayes, with eight other soldiers, comprising his company headquarters’ detachment, cleaned out enemy dugouts along the banks of a canal, capturing 242 prisoners. Residence at appointment: Stem. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Herbert L. Mays, sergeant. Company G, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 20. 1918. Sergt. Mays, with one other soldier, attacked a machine-gun post which was causing much damage. They captured the post, taking prisoner one officer and eight men, and put the gun out of action. Residence at enlistment: Taylorsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Emery W. Mills, second lieutenant, 311th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Grand-Pré, France, October 25, 1918. Lieut. Mill« asked permission to lead a platoon against strong enemy machine-gun nests which were blocking the advance of the battalion. He not only led his platoon in a daring and extraordinarily successful attack, but personally advanced ahead of his platoon and captured two machine guns. During the consolidation of the line he fearlessly walked up and down the line under Intense machine-gun and artillery fire, establishing strong points and encouraging his men. Residence at appointment : 516 North Cort Street, Florence, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Forney B. Mintz, sergeant, Company A, 308th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Binarville, France, September 28, 1918. Sergt. Mintz, in command of a platoon, worked his way through the enemy rear guard and captured five machine guns and an ammunition-carrying party. Although badly wounded when an organized position of the enemy was encountered, he made his way back to request reinforcements and brought with him two German prisoners, from whom valuable information was obtained. Residence at enlistment: Mill Branch, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Charles R. Mobley, sergeant. Company F, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 25, 1918. At imminent peril to his own life, Sergt. Mobley and two companions extinguished a fire in an ammunition dump caused by a bursting shell, thereby preventing the explosion of the dump and saving the lives of a large number of men who were in the vicinity. Residence at enlistment: Williamston, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Thomas A. Mooreland (Army serial No. 1312068), private, first class, Company K, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Saint Martin, Revere, France, October 17, 1918. He volunteered to go forward with another soldier to attack a machine-gun emplacement which was holding up a part of our line. Advancing over open ground under heavy fire, these two men destroyed the enemy position, capturing three prisoners and allowing a resumption of the general advance. Residence at enlistment: 185 Young Street, Concord, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Ernest Morgan, private, Company L, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Vaux-Audigny, France, October 12, 1918. While his company was consolidating its position, he crept out in full view of the enemy and took up a position in a shell hole 50 yards from the enemy's lines. He remained there throughout the day without food or water and sniped at and killed 10 of the enemy. His deadly aim kept down the observation from the German lines and enabled his company to carry on the work of consolidation. Residence at enlistment: 500 Wise Street, High Point, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542)

Julian K. Morrison, second lieutenant, 326th Battalion, Tank Corps. For extraordinary heroism in action in the Bois Quart de Reserve, France, September 12, 1918. Preceding his tanks on foot, Lieut. Morrison captured a machine- gun nest. Though he was twice wounded, he continued In action for two days thereafter.
For the following act of extraordinary heroism In action near Very, France, September 28, 1918, Lieut. Morrison is awarded an oak-leaf cluster, to be worn with the distinguished-service cross: During the attack on Charpentry and the Bols de Montrebeau, he led a platoon of five tanks, directing his tanks on foot, 400 yards in advance of the Infantry, under Intense fire. Three of his tanks were put out of action by artillery fire, but he continued in action with the remaining two until dark, when he directed the work of rescuing the crews. Residence at appointment: 247 East Broad Street, Statesvllle, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 542-543)

Thomas M. Моss, private, Company I, 324th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action in Bois de Manheulles, France, November 9, 1918. With utter disregard for personal safety, he went forward under intense machine-gun fire to rescue an officer who had been mortally wounded. Residence at enlistment: Sugar Fork, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Isaac M. Newton (Army serial No. 1316085), corporal, Company H, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. With another soldier he attacked and destroyed two enemy machine-gun posts 200 yards In advance of our lines. While the other soldier stood guard at the entrance of a dugout, he entered It and brought out 75 German soldiers and 3 officers, who were taken back to our lines as prisoners. Residence at enlistment: Kerr, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Mack O. Oliver, sergeant, Company H, 28th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action west of the Meuse, France, October 11, 1918. After having been severely wounded by shrapnel, he refused to leave the lines, realizing the urgent need of men. After being relieved, he walked to the dressing station, despite his weakness from loss of blood and his painful suffering from the wound. Residence at enlistment: 1426 East Fourth Street, Winston- Salem, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Frank A. Owens, first lieutenant, 4th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Les Evaux, France, July 13, 1918. After several unsuccessful attempts had been made to get patrols across the Marne River at night, Lieut. Owens, with two soldiers, crossed in daylight and remained on the enemy side throughout the day. Residence at appointment: 26 East Sixth Street, Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Charles W. Parker, second lieutenant. Company L, 371st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ardeull, France, September 29-October 1, 1918. Severely wounded In the foot September 29, Lieut. Parker remained on duty and ably commanded his platoon until October 1, 1918. Residence at appointment: Woodland, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Samuel I. Parker, second lieutenant, 28th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Exermont, France, October 5, 1918. With total disregard for his own personal danger, he advanced directly on a machine gun 150 yards away while the enemy were firing directly at him and killed the gunner with his pistol. In the town of Exermont his platoon was almost surrounded, after having taken several prisoners and Inflicted heavy losses on the enemy, but, despite the fact that only a few men of the platoon were left, continued to fight until other troops came to their aid. Residence at appointment: Monroe, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 543)

Wiliam E. Robbins, private, Company A, 119th Infantry. '.For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. During an attack by his regiment, Pvt. Robbins was wounded in the leg. Having dressed his own wound, he continued to advance with his Lewis gun and ammunition until lie was killed by shell lire. Emergency address: I. Robbins, father, K. F. V. No. 5, Wilson, N. C. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 5, Wilson, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Joseph N. Robertson (Army serial No. 1320073), first sergeant, Company D. 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Bellicourt. France, September 29, 1918. With eight other soldiers, comprising the company headquarters detachment, he assisted his company commander in cleaning out enemy dugouts along a canal and capturing 242 prisoners. Residence at enlistment: 20 Clyde Street, Saxapahaw. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Harmon C. Rorison, first lieutenant, 22d Aero Squadron, Air Service. For extraordinary heroism in action near Beaumont, France, November 3. 1918- While on a bombing mission with five other pilots his patrol was attacked by 18 enemy planes (type Fokker). Three of his comrades were immediately shot down, but he continued in the fight for 30 minutes, and destroyed two Fokkers which were attacking the other two members of his patrol. With his plane badly damaged and himself wounded, ho succeeded in shooting down another Fokker just before one of his guns was put out of action. By skillful maneuvering he shook off the rest of the Fokkers and reached his lines, 15 miles away, in safety. Residence at appointment: Box No. 76, Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Decatur F. Rose, private, Company K, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near St. Souplet, France, October 11, 1918. During an attack by his regiment he was carrying a message from his platoon commander to company headquarters. On the way he met an enemy patrol, and, although alone, immediately opened fire upon them, continuing to tire, after being wounded in both lops, until the enemy bad been completely routed. Residence at enlistment: Unaka, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Thomas H. Royster, first lieutenant, Medical Corps, attached to 30th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Crezaney. France, July 15, 1918. When casualties during the offensive of July 15, 1918, had become so great that it was necessary to work in the open, Lieut. Royster exposed himself to the severe fire for 10 hours, dressing and caring for the wounded. Residence at appointment: Tarboro, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Albert L. Rust, master engineer, Company D, 105th Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action at Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. He commanded a platoon of Engineers, following the first wave of the Infantry for the purpose of clearing a road for the Artillery. Under heavy shell and machine-gun fire, he directed the work with exceptional ability, at one time leading his platoon in advance of the Infantry. By organizing covering parties and utilizing two automatic riflemen, who had become separated from their own unit, he kept his platoon Intact, capturing 35 prisoners and cleaning out three machine-gun nests in the course of his operations. While making a recon- naissance ahead of his platoon he personally took nine Germans, after wounding their officer. As a result of his skillful leadership and gallant conduct his mission was successfully carried out. Residence at enlistment: Morganton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546)

Ernest S. Savage, first lieutenant, 816th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action near Grimaucourt, France, November 11, 1918. Although so sick from gas that he could hardly move, and vomiting heavily into his gas mask, he successfully conducted the fire of his machine-gun platoon in the face of heavy shrapnel, gas, and machine-gun fire. He received no medical attention until late in the afternoon after the attack was over. Residence at appointment: 04 Hillcrest Strict, Council, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 546-547)

Vance C. Shankle (Army serial No. 1312113), corporal, Company К, 118th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near St. Martin-Rivière, France, October 17, 1918. When the advance of his company was held up, he volunteered to go forward with another soldier, to reduce a machine-gun emplacement. Advancing in front of our lines, these two soldiers attacked the enemy position, destroyed It, and captured three prisoners. Corpl. Shankle was killed in action shortly afterwards. Emergency address: Brooks B. Shankle, brother, 669 Pine Street, Concord, N. C. Residence at enlistment: 669 Pine Street, Concord, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Clyde Shelton, sergeant, Company L, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mazinghien, France, October 19, 1918. Sergt. Shelton, who was in command of a platoon, was ordered to post an automatic rifle so as to protect the right flank of his battalion, and In order to do this it was necessary to advance his line beyond a hedge and wire fence. Halting his platoon, he went forward himself, and under heavy fire, in clear view of the enemy, he cut an opening in the barrier. His courageous act permitted a patrol to pass through, and the line was subsequently established with a minimum of casualties. Residence at enlistment: Mount Airy, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Harvey H. Shirely, private, Intelligence Section, 2d Battalion, 120th Infantry. For repeated acts of extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918, and near becquigny, France, October 9, 1918. Near Bellicourt, Pvt. Shirely, with an Australian soldier, captured 42 of the enemy, including two officers. On October 9, near Becquigny, he accompanied another soldier in penetrating the enemy's outpost line and captured two enemy machine gunners, putting the gun out of action. Residence at enlistment: Spray, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Ray F. Shupp, first lieutenant, 4th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism In action near Giand, France, July 21, 1918. After crossing the Marne, with the leading platoon of his company, Lieut. Shupp, with two companions, made в surprise attack on an enemy machine-gun emplacement and succeeded in taking one gun and eight prisoners. Residence at appointment: 33 National Avenue, New Bern, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Harry S. Silver, first lieutenant, 28th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism» in action near Exermont, France, October 11, 1918. He led a patrol into the woods under a severe artillery and machine-gun fire, to establish liaison with the units on the left flank. He continued on his mission after three-fourths of his patrol had been killed or wounded, and succeeded in bringing valuable information to his battalion commander. Residence at appointment: 606 Blount Street, Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Benjamin B. Smith, private, Company A, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. After being wounded twice in making attacks with his own organization, he joined Australian troops and attacked with them, being wounded a third time before he consented to be evacuated. Emergency address: William M. Smith, father, Ash, N. C. Residence at enlistment: Ash, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Dalton Smith (Army serial No. 1319720), private, Company H, 120th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mazinghein, France, October 19, 1918. Acting as a scout, Pvt. Smith fearlessly advanced ahead of his company under heavy fire and sent back all obtainable information to the company commander. While standing erect In the open and directing effective rifle fire at the retreating enemy he was seriously wounded. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 3, Franklin, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 547)

Williamson Alfred Smith (Army serial No. 1311036), corporal. Company E, 118th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism In action east of the La Selle River, France, October 17. 1918. Having become separated from his company in a fog Corpl. Smith, an automatic rifle gunner, attached himself to a company in the attacking wave and continued in the advance. Working his way through heavy machine and shell fire he put his automatic rifle into action, poured an enfilading fire on the enemy and aided materially in breaking the hostile resistance at a critical time. Residence at enlistment: Stanfleld, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Silas V. Sneeden, private. Company C, 115th Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism In action near Ypres, Belgium, August 23, 1918. Upon learning that his platoon commander and several comrades had been wounded by heavy shell tire, lie voluntarily left his dugout and went to their assistance, helping to carry them 500 yards to the dressing station across an open field heavily bombarded with gas and high-explosive shells. Residence at enlistment: Seagate, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Garland Spain, corporal. Company Б, 322d Infantry- For extraordinary heroism in action near Moranville, France, November 9, 1918. Leading his squad against six enemy machine guns, during which time he was hit twice by the exacting fire therefore, he drove the enemy from the stronghold, making possible the further advance of his company. Residence at enlistment: Rocky Mount, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Edward L. Spencer, second lieutenant, 371st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action north of Ardeull, France, September 30, 1918. Having been wounded in the leg by machine-gun fire, he nevertheless continued to remain with his platoon, leading it successfully through an intense barrage of machine-gun and artillery fire to its position. He remained on duty with his command until two days later, when his regimental commander ordered him to the rear. Residence at appointment: Lenoir, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Lawrence Stanfield. color sergeant, Headquarters Company, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt. France, September 28, 1918. While attached to the regimental intelligence service he was severely gassed, but after receiving first-aid treatment he insisted on returning to duty. Gassed a second time and relieved for a short period, he personally made a search for wounded men, and, finding a large number, went to the aid station and brought stretcher bearers. He continued this work until he was blinded by the effects of the gas. Residence at enlistment: 705 East Main Street, Durham, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Carlton Stephenson, corporal, Company B, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Catillon, France, October 18, 1918. Severely wounded, he remained with his automatic rifle section in an exposed position, covering the withdrawal of his company. Although almost surrounded, he Inflicted severe losses on the enemy and held his position throughout the day. Residence at enlistment: Clayton, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

Charles F. Stephenson (Army serial No. 1329349), corporal, Company D, 105th Engineers, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action at Belli- court, France, September 29, 1918. As Corpl. Stephenson and his squad were engaged in planking over a shell hole, they were fired on from the side. Locating the course of the fire by a flash, he attacked the enemy position with his rifle, killing one German, taking two prisoners, and clearing the adjacent shell holes. His quick initiative and bravery saved the lives of his men and prevented an interruption of their work. Residence at enlistment: Rocky Mount, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548)

John Y. Stokes, jr., first lieutenant, 20th Aero Squadron, Air Service. For Extraordinary heroism in action near Etain, France, September 16. 1918. After their own formation had been broken up. Lieut. Stokes and his pilot voluntarily continued on their bombing mission with planes from another squadron. Although their plane was thrown out of control by antiaircraft lire, they proceeded to their objective and dropped their bombs. Their motor then died completely, and they were attacked by an enemy combat plane, but they fought off the attacking machine and reached the Allied lines, where their plane crashed in a forest. Residence at appointment: Reidsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 548-549)

Robert Marshall Teachey, private. Company B, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Y près, Belgium. August 2, 1918. He volunteered to accompany an officer on a daylight patrol to destroy an enemy pillbox. With great con raw under heavy shell and machine-gun lire, they rushed the pillbox, killed or wounded the occupants, and accomplished their mission. Emergency address : J. H. Teachey, father. 3UÖ Linden Avenue, Raleigh, N. C. Residence at enlistment: 805 Linden Avenue, Raleigh, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Hubert O. Teer, first lieutenant, Company L, 371st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action at Ardeuil, France, September 29, 1918. Severely wounded in the back about 11 a. m., Lieut. Tier continued to command his platoon until 4 p. m., when he was forced to withdraw from action on account of complete exhaustion. Residence at appointment: 505 Yates Avenue, Durham, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Samuel F. Telfair, second lieutenant, 2d Antiaircraft Machine Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in action at Brieulles, France, November 4, 1918. He was leading a patrol to reconnoiter n position for antiaircraft machine guns when his group became scattered by intense shell fire. Upon returning to the shell-swept area to look for his patrol, he found one of the men severely wounded. Making two trips through the heavy shell fire he secured the assistance of Pvt. Laurel U. Heath and carried the wounded soldier to safety. Residence at appointment: Cameron Avenue, Raleigh. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Zebulon B. Thornburg, first lieutenant, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Montbrehain, France, October 8-16, 1918. Although he was severely wounded on October 8 to such an extent that eating was impossible, he remained as second in command until the night of October 16, when he was again wounded during an advance by his company. Address: Care of The Adjutant General of the Army, Washington, D. C. Residence at appointment: 21 Kerr Street, Concord. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Dennis G. Turner, captain, 30th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mézy, France, July 15, 1918. Although completely surrounded and his ammunition exhausted, Capt. (then Lieut.) Turner refused to surrender. Assembling his platoon of about 18 men, he made a dash for our lines through the enemy's machine gun and rifle lire, and, by taking advantage of all available cover arid using grenades and ammunition found on the way, succeeded in joining our troops. Residence at appointment: Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Herbert S. Turrentine, private. Company C, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 31, 1918. After hi» platoon sergeant and a corporal had been shot while firing an automatic rifle, he ran forward across an open space and picked up the gun, but was instantly killed by sniper fire while attempting to get the automatic gun back into action. Emergency address: Mrs. J. P. Shaw, sister, R. F. D. No. 3, Winston-Salem, N. C. Residence at enlistment: R. F. D. No. 3, Winston-Salem, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549)

Elwood Twiford (Army serial No. 1314770), private. Company A, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt. France, September 29, 1918. Having become separated from the remainder of his squad In a heavy fog, and being surrounded by several enemy machine gunners, Pvt. Twiford set up his automatic rifle and within a few minutes killed or captured all of the enemy near him Residence at enlistment: None Dare, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 549-550)

Andrew H. Varner (Army serial No. 1315404). private, first class, Company D, 110th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 20, 191S. Seeing that a wounded companion had been abandoned by stretcher bearers because of intense enemy shelling, he took two enemy prisoners and going out with them for 75 yards through heavy fire rescued the wounded soldier. Residence at enlistment: Thomasville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

Donald L. Wagner, sergeant, 314th Ambulance Company, 304th Sanitary Train. For extraordinary heroism in action near Montfaucon, France, September 29, 1918. He heard a cry for help while in a dugout having his own wounds dressed. Although it was during particularly heavy shell fire, he immediately went outside and carried the wounded man to shelter. Later that day, when the dressing station caught fire, he made his way into the burning dressing station under heavy shell fire and secured surgical equipment necessary to save a patient's life. Residence at enlistment: 2514 North Liberty .Street. Winston-Salem, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

Walter Waldroop (Army serial No. 55383), private, first class. Machine Gun Company, 26th Infantry, 1st Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, October 9, 1918. Pvt. Waldroop. with an officer and six other soldiers, drove off a violent assault of 50 of the enemy after a terrific pistol and grenade fight, thereby holding Hill 209. which was of the utmost tactical importance. During the fighting Pvt. Waldroop was killed. Emergency address : Mrs. E. H. Waldroop, mother. Sylva. N. С. Residence at enlistment: Sylva, N. С.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

Eugene P. Walker, sergeant, Company D, 7th Engineers. For extraordinary heroism in action near Verdun, France, November 4, 1918. When three boats in a pontoon bridge across the Meuse River were destroyed by artillery fire, he volunteered and waded into the river under heavy shell fire and, by holding up the deck until new boats were launched and placed in position, although under great physical strain, permitted the uninterrupted crossing of the Infantry. Residence at enlistment: 132 Lindsey Street, Reidsville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

William M. Wallace (Army serial No. 1320330). private, first class Company E, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Mazinghien, France, October 10, 1918. With another soldier Pvt. Wallace volunteered and rescued a wounded comrade from an exposed position in front of the line, after two other men had lost their lives in attempting to do so. Residence at enlistment: Othello, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

George B. Ward, private, Company D, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When his company was halted by enemy machine-gun fire, Pvt. Ward rushed the hostile position and killed 1 gunner with his bayonet. Later in the engagement he came upon 20 of the enemy in a trench. He bayoneted 3 of these and took the others prisoners. He was severely wounded in the action. Residence at enlistment: 429 Hillsboro Street, Fayetteville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

John T. Wells  (Army serial No. 1315459), sergeant, Company E, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. Wounded at the start of an advance, he continued in command of his platoon and, engaging in hand-to-hand fighting, bayoneted three Germans and captured several others. He displayed marked personal bravery, leading his platoon ably until forced to retire because of loss of blood from his wound. Residence at enlistment: Watha, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550)

Lyman White (Army serial No. 1316071), sergeant, Company H, 119th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt, France, September 29, 1918. When, with three other men, he encountered a German patrol, which outnumbered them 5 to 1, he ordered his companions to keep the enemy down with fire from their Lewis gun. Не then crept to the rear of the hostile patrol and attacked the Germans with bombs. At the same time his companions attacked from the front, killing several of the Germans and capturing nine. Residence at enlistment: Salemburg. N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 550-551)

Isham R. Williams, second lieutenant, 7th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Fossoy, France, July 21, 1918. He led a patrol across the Marne River under intense machine-gun tire, and when his boat was sunk twice swam the river to correct the fire of his covering detachment and to bring his patrol to safety after their mission had been accomplished. Residence at appointment: Faison, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 551)

John F. Williams, jr., first lieutenant, 120th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Ypres, Belgium, August 2, 1918. He volunteered to destroy an enemy pillbox which had caused many casualties in his battalion. With much skill and daring he led a daylight patrol, under heavy shell and machine-gun fire, rushed the pillbox, killed or wounded the occupants, and accomplished his mission. Residence at appointment: 201 East Liberty Street, Charlotte, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 551)

Lockwood Williams (Army serial No. 2384231), first sergeant, Company I, 60th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Clery-le-Petit, France, November 5. 1918. When his company was held up by n machine-pun nest, First Sergt. (then sergeant) Williams, with two soldiers attacked the nest, killed two gunners and captured eight prisoners. This act made it possible for his company to advance and clear the bridgehead for the crossing of the brigade. Residence at enlistment: Asheville, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 551)

Ray Williams (Army serial No. 1319337), bugler. Company A. 120th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Vaux Andigny, France, October 8-12, 1918. Throughout this period Bugler William*, acting as company runner, showed utter disregard for personal safety in carrying messages under fire. On October 10, when the advance of his company was checked by enemy machine-gun and direct artillery fire, he carried a message of great importance to battalion headquarters and returned with an answer through a hail of bullets and shells. He continued to carry messages until he dropped from sheer exhaustion, and even then begged to be permitted to resume his duties. Residence at enlistment: Lexington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 551)

Samuel F. Yopp, jr. (Army serial No. 3317609), sergeant, Medical Detachment, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. For extraordinary heroism in action near Hargicourt, France, September 28, 1918. While directing the evacuation of the wounded he was severely gassed, but refused to be evacuated and continued in charge of the dressing station to which he had been assigned. He displayed marked fortitude and personal bravery, working constantly to help the wounded. Residence at enlistment: 206 South Ninth Street. Wilmington, N. C.
(Source: Congressional Medal of Honor, The distinguished Service Cross and the Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department Since April 6, 1917 up to and including General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919.  Compiled in the Office of the Adjutant General of the Army. 1919. Page 551)

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