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 Lieutenant Yves Chataigneau, Army of France, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with 409th Regiment, Colonial Infantry, Army of France, near Verdun, October 1 – 11, 1918. During the eleven days of action Lieutenant Chataigneau contributed greatly to the success of our operations, by making repeated journeys to the battle line under most hazardous conditions, making tactical dispositions of the conquered territory and aiding in the maintenance of the liaison between the regimental commander, 26th Infantry, and his assault troops.