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 James R. Mansfield (ASN: 1783727), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 311th Machine-Gun Battalion (Attached), 79th Division, American Expeditionary Forces, near Montfaucon, France, 29 September 1918. Administering first aid in a most exposed position, Sergeant Mansfield rendered most valuable assistance not only to casualties from his own command, but also to those from other organizations. He continued with his work, although wounded, and refused to leave for the rear until ordered to do so by his commanding officer.