Decorations United States Army 1862-1926

This Massive Work Includes: Extracts From Statutes Authorizing The Congressional Medal Of Honor The Distinguished-Service Cross And The Distinguished-Service Medal; Explanatory Notes; An Alphabetical List Of Awards Of The Congressional Medal Of Honor (Awarded For Conspicuous Gallantry And Intrepidity Above And Beyond The Call Of Duty In Action With The Enemy); An Alphabetical List Of Awards Of The Distinguished-Service Cross In National Groups (Awarded For Extraordinary Heroism In Action Under The Provisions Of The Act Of Congress Approved July 9 1918) To: Americans British And French; And An Alphabetical List Of Awards Of The Distinguished-Service Medal In National Groups (Awarded For Exceptionally Meritorious And Distinguished Services In A Position Of Great Responsibility Under The Provisions Of The Act Of Congress Approved July 9 1918 Except As Otherwise Indicated) To: Americans Belgians British French Italians Japanese Citizens Of Other Countries And Members Of The Army In Lieu Of The Certificate Of Merit. Entries Provide The Full Name Of The Subject Residence At Entry Into Service Place Of Birth Rank And The Reason For The Award. Some Entries Also List A General Order Number.