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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 First Sergeant David Nadeau (ASN: 550836), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Company F, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, near Mezy, France, July 15 – 19, 1918. Sergeant Nadeau remained on duty throughout the battle of the Marne July 15 to 19, although seriously wounded, and rendered valuable assistance in sustaining the morale and managing the troops in the line.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Sergeant

    Regiment:

    38th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Action Date:

    July 15 – 19, 1918
    Headquarters, 3d Division, A.E.F., Citation Orders No. 22 (July 8, 1919)

    By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), First Sergeant David Nadeau (ASN: 550836), 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 Company F, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, during the Battle of the Marne, near Mezy, France, 15 – 19 July 1918, though seriously wounded, First Sergeant Nadeau continued on duty and by his personal bravery and courage was of great assistance in keeping the morale and controlling the troops. [A Distinguished Service Cross was awarded for this action.]