By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Sergeant William J. Ferrier, 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 the 7th Machine Gun Battalion, 3d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, Sergeant Ferrier took charge of a platoon when the officer was wounded and led the men over the top, showing exceptional bravery and leadership. His courage was a great factor in the capture of Bois Clares Chene.