By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), First Lieutenant (Infantry) James H. Gay, United States Army, is cited by the Commanding General, 3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the World War I Victory Medals awarded him. While serving with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, Lieutenant Gay displayed conspicuous bravery, coolness, and leadership during the attack on 15 July 1918, near Crezancy, France, when almost surrounded by the enemy, exhibiting remarkable foresight by delivering fire both to his front and rear, he surrounded the enemy and captured 150 prisoners including one Major. [A Distinguished Service Cross was awarded for this action.]