By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Private Henry G. Ring (MCSN: 86629/121987), United States Marine Corps, is cited by the Commanding General, American Expeditionary Forces, for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Private Ring distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as Battalion Runner, 6th Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action near St. Etienne, Champagne Front, France, 3 – 9 October 1918, in volunteering to carry and gain information under heavy enemy fire.