By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Private Frank Mills, United States Army, is cited by the Commanding General, 1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces, for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Private Mills distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 16th Infantry, 1st Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action 17 May 1918. Private Mills courageously remained on duty at a listening post and assisted in driving off a superior enemy patrol.