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 Ralph M. Shimeall (ASN: 2213015), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Company M, 353d Infantry Regiment, 89th Division, American Expeditionary Forces, near Bantheville, France, November 1 – 2, 1918. Sergeant Shimeall, although wounded twice, continued in action for two days without reporting for medical aid. He established and maintained liaison during these two days in a very efficient manner.