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 Private Charley N. Parcell (ASN: 1817718), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Company D, 317th Infantry Regiment, 80th Division, American Expeditionary Forces, near Nantillois, France, 5 October 1918. Carrying messages for the platoon commander to squad leaders, under heavy enemy fire, Private Parcell greatly aided the advance of his platoon. Although twice wounded in the face by shrapnel, he continued his duties until ordered to the dressing station.