The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sergeant Rudolph P. Hassler (ASN: 2261300), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Company K, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Division, American Expeditionary Forces, at Gesnes, France, 29 September 1918. Although he was seriously wounded, Sergeant Hassler remained in command of his platoon until he was relieved nest morning, displaying exceptional devotion to duty.