lines. Home address, Belmont, Mass.

PAYNE, EARL C. . . . Private (First Class)

Deceased. Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry.

For extraordinary heroism in action near Blano



Mont Ridge, France, October 7, 1918. Private
Payne displayed exceptional valor and devotion to
duty by constantly attending the wounded under
machine-gun and artillery fire. He continued hia
task until mortally wounded, while rendering first
aid to a wounded soldier under the direct observa-
tion of an enemy machine-gunner. Next of kin,
James R. Payne, father, 2330 South Eighteenth
Street, St. Joseph, Mo.

PAYNE, IRA M Sergeant

Company A, 372d Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Sechault, France, September
29, 1918. Having found a machine-gun hidden in a
brush which was causing serious casualties to his
company, he crept up, killed the gunners with hia
rifle, and captured the gun. Home address, Mrs.
Minnie Payne, wife, 323 Fifteenth Street, South-
east, Washington, D. C.

PAYNE, FRANCIS W. . . Second Lieutenant
Deceased. Company M, 26th Infantry. While
in charge of an ammunition carrying party near
Soissons, France, July 19, 1918, he showed the high-
est degree of courage in taking ammunition to the
front lines through artillery and machine-gun fire,
and was killed while engaged in this duty. Next of
kin, J N. Payne, 1210 Virginia Street, Charles-
town, W.Va.

PAYNE, WORTHAM J Sergeant

Deceased. Company D, 3d Machine-Gun Bat-
talion. For extraordinary heroism in action near
Very, France, October 9, 1918. During a heavy
bombardment, Sergeant Payne located a position in
which his platoon would be less exposed to the in-
tense shelling, and returning he collected his men
and led them to this new location without a casual-
ty. In the course of this exploit Sergeant Payne was
severely wounded, but directed his platoon to the
place of protection after falling from exhaustion.
Sergeant Payne died on his way to the hospital.
Next of kin, J. J. Payne, father, R. F. D. 1, Cheney-
ville, La.

PAYSON, CARL F Sergeant

Deceased. Company C, 125th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Cierges, north-
east of Chateau-Thierry, France, on August 1, 1918.
During the attack made by the company on the vil-
lage of Cierges, Sergeant Payson was mortally
wounded in the head by a machine-gun bullet. He
succeeded in keeping on his feet, however, and with
the attacking wave, encouraged them, and by his
strong will power he instilled in them all the spirit
of fearlessness. Next of kin, Mrs. Minnie Timber-
man, mother, Monroe, Mich.

PEACOCK, JACK Sergeant

Company K, 141st Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near St. Etienne, France, October
8, 1918. All the officers of his company being killed,
Sergeant Peacock took command and led the com-
pany into action, capturing 62 German prisoners
who were occupying and directing a fire against our
troops from six machine-gun nests. Home address,
Arnold Smith Peacock, father, Manger, Texas.

PEACOCK, RAYMOND F. . . . Corporal
Company F, lllth Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Fismette, France, August 10,
1918. Being the only member of his detachment
who knew how to operate an enemy machine-gun,
he volunteered to go forward in the attack near Fis-
mette, in spite of just having been so badly wounded
in his left shoulder that his left arm was partially
useless. He participated in the assault, and with
one arm operated a captured German machine-gun
against the enemy until he was again wounded.
Home address, Mrs. F. J. Peacock, mother, 93J
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PEADEN, ALBERT JOHN .... Private
Company M, 118th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Vaux Andigny, France, Oc-
tober 11, 1918. While delivering a message, Private
Peaden was seriously wounded by a bullet which en-
tered his cheek and passed through his lower right
jaw, but he refused to be evacuated and continued
on duty until the following day. Upon reporting to
the aid station he was evacuated to the hospital,
where the wound was found to be so serious that he
was compelled to remain there for several weeks.
Home address, Mrs. Elizabeth J. Creech, mother,
Farmville. S. C.

PEARCE, PERCE R. . . First Lieutenant
2d Brigade, 1st Division. During a violent attack
from artillery and machine-guns at Berzy-le-Sec,
France, July 21, 1918, while serving as liaison officer
he fearlessly exposed himself, exceeding the demands
of duty to assist in reforming units that had been
disseminated in battle and directing them to effect-
ive positions. Home address, Mrs. J. C. Pearce, 28
Van Wagenen Street, Newark, N. J.

PEARCE, ZENO W Private

Deceased. Company C, 1st Engineers. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France,
July 20, 1918. When volunteers were called for by
his company commander, Private Pearce volun-
teered and rescued wounded comrades from a bar-
rage. Disregarding danger to himself, he continued
the performance of these heroic deeds until killed.
Next of kin, Joseph G. Pearce, father, 6932 Lock-
wood Street, Oakland, Cal.

PEARSON, HARRY L Private

Machine Gun Company No. 3, 370th Infantry.
For extraordinary heroism in action near Ferme la
Folie, France, September 30, 1918. While under
heavy fire Private Pearson volunteered and, accom-
panied by another soldier, rescued a wounded com-
rade from an exposed position, carrying him to the
first-aid station. Home address, Annie L. Pearson,
mother, 714 East Ankeny Street, Portland, Ore.

PEARSON, VARLOURD .... Sergeant
Deceased. Company I, 137th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Baulny, France,
September 28, 1918. Though wounded three times
by shrapnel and machine-gun bullets, he refused to
be evacuated and continued to lead the advance of
his platoon, remaining in command for several hours
till he received a fourth wound which proved fatal.
Next of kin, General C. L. Pearson, father, Dade-
ville, Ala.

PEASE, LIBERTY Private

Company E, 168th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action in the Forest de Fere, near Nestles,
northeast of Chateau-Thierry, France, July 26 to
August 2, 1918, during the advance of his regiment
in the Forest de Fere, by his voluntary, authorized,
and untiring efforts in carrying wounded, both by
day and by night, under the most severe and dan-
gerous circumstances, and especially when the town
of Sergy was under bombardment, July 31, 1918.
Home address, John E. Pease, R. F. D. 2, Shenan-
doah, Iowa.

PEATROSS, JAMES LINWOOD . . Major
353d Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in ac-
tion near Bantheville, France, November 2, 1918.
Though he had been wounded the day before and
was so weak from exposure that he could hardly
talk, Major Peatross remained with his battalion
and led it in assault on enemy machine-gun nests
north of the Bois de Barricourt. Under his personal
direction, without artillery support, the machine-
gun nests were flanked and the day's objective



reached in spite of the most determined resistance.
Home address, Mrs. J. W. Williams, mother, Rolla,
Mo.

PEAVY, JOEB First Lieutenant

327th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in ac-
tion near Cornay, France, October 9, 1918. Al-
though his command was nearly surrounded and
enemy machine-guns were pouring an incessant fire
on them, Lieutenant Peavy directed the fire of his
men, after having been seriously wounded. He re-
mained during the advance, refusing first aid until
those about him needing attention were properly
cared for. Home address, Mrs. Celestia Peavy,
mother, Greenville, Ga.

PECK, M. H Captain

Deceased. 2d Battalion, 2d Engineers. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action at St. Etienne,
France, October 9, 1918. While in command of his
battalion, holding part of the line in St. Etienne,
Captain Peck personally conducted a reconnais-
sance, after pervious patrols had failed, in order to
establish liaison with the troops on his right. Cap-
tain Peck lost his life during this reconnaissance.
Next of kin, Mrs. M. H. Peck, wife, 12 Perry Street,
Petersburg, Va.

PECK, ROBERT H Colonel

f llth Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in ac-
tion near Liny-Devant-Dun, Fontaine, and Brande-
ville, France, November 6-8, 1918. Throughout the
successive attacks on Liny-Devant-Dun, Cote 292,
Bois du Chenois, Fontaines, Murvaux, Bois du
Corrai, and Bois de Brandeyille, he exhibited con-
spicuous gallantry, stimulating his command to a
high state of enthusiasm and creating a superb mor-
ale. Placing himself in front of the leading waves,
he personally led his men to the assault. Accom-
panied by nine men, he attacked a battery of enemy
artillery near La Maisonette Farm, forcing the
abandonment and subsequent capture of the bat-
tery. Under his skillful leadership his regiment
captured numerous prisoners, six pieces of artil-
lery, three antiaircraft guns, 150 machine-guns,
and vast quantities of ammunition and supplies.
Home address. Mrs. R. H. Peck, Washington, D. C.



PEDERSON, INGVALD O.



. Private



Headquarters Company, 7th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Fossoy, France,
July 14-15, 1918. Private Pederson volunteered
and carried a message over a heavily shelled route,
and although wounded in the execution of this task,
he accomplished the mission. Home address,
George A. Roade, friend, in care of A. Colburn Co.,
Philadelphia, Pa.

PEDERSON, WILLIAM J Private

Company H, 307th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Oches, France, November 4,
1918. Exposing himself to heavy machine-gun fire,
Private Pederson crossed an open field 300 yards
wide and rescued a severely wounded comrade.
Home address, Albert Pederson, Becker, Minn.

PEDRO, JEROME C Private

Second Battalion, 9th Infantry. For extraordin-
ary heroism in action near Medeah Ferme, France,
October 3-9, 1918. As a runner, Private Pedro dis-
played the utmost disregard for personal danger in
carrying messages from his regimental commander
to all parts of the line, under heavy shell fire, setting
a splendid example of courage and devotion to duty,
until he was seriously wounded. Home address,
Jerome C. Pedro, father, 94 Frick Street, New Bed-
ford, Mass.

PEGG, DONALD H Private

Deceased. Medical Detachment, 12th Machine-
Gun Battalion. For extraordinary heroism in ac-



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tion near the Bois de Ogons, France, September 30,
1918. While engaged in administering first aid
under terrific machine-gun fire, Private Pegg volun-
tarily went to an especially dangerous position to
care for a wounded soldier, and in so doing was him-
self killed. Next of kin, George A. Pegg, father,
Arlington, N. J.

PEGUES, JOSIAH J. . . . First Lieutenant
95th Aero Squadron, Air Service. For extraor-
dinary heroism in action near Dun-sur-Meuse,
France, November 5, 1918. On account of heavy
clouds and mist, Lieutenant Pegues became de-
tached from his formation. While endeavoring to
find it, he came upon eight hostile planes which were
maneuvering to attack four of our planes. With
great courage and skill he passed through the forma-
tion and attacked ita leader, dispersed the forma-
tion, preventing further attack. Home address,
S. F. Pegues, father, 6043 Woodlawn Avenue,
Chicago, 111.

PELKEY, EDWIN Private

Company C, 107th Field Signal Battalion. For
extraordinary heroism in action near Cierges,
France, August 2, 1918. He was a member of a de-
tachment stringing telephone wire in advance of the
front lines through the heaviest artillery fire. When
connection was established at a point within 100
yards of the German line and before the American
advance was begun, Private Pelkey volunteered to
remain there until our troops had advanced far
enough to establish the advance regimental post of
command at that place. His devotion to duty un-
der conditions of great danger assisted immeasur-
ably in maintaining unity of action between the
front lines and regimental post of command, and hia
utter indifference to his own safety made easier the
capture of a strong enemy position. Home address,
Fred E. Pelkey, R. F. D. 1, Pain Court, Ontario,
Canada.

PENDELL, ELMER . . . First Lieutenant
Observer, 120th Infantry. 168th Aero Squadron.
For extraordinary heroism in action November 4,
1918. As observer in D. H. 4 plane, Lieutenant Pen-
dell flew an infantry contact machine over the line
of the 7th Division November 4, 1918. Because of
exceedingly adverse weather conditions, Lieutenant
Pendell disregarded the danger of fire from the
ground and crossed the lines at 1,000 feet altitude.
While thus flying he was wounded in the shoulder
by an explosive bullet fired from the ground. Dis-
regarding his wound, he came down to an altitude as
low as 500 feet. After securing the desired informa-
tion he wrote out his message with great effort and
dropped it to the division. Home address, George
G. Pendell, father, Caribou, Me.

PENNINGTON, EDGAR . Private (First Class)
Meolical Detachment, 357th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Bantheville,
France, October 23-24, 1918. Private Pennington
demonstrated the highest bravery and devotion to
duty in giving first-aid treatment to wounded men
under terrific bombardment of gas and high-explos-
ive shells. Going over the top with his company he
attended wounded men and directed their evacua-
tion until he became exhausted and had to be sent
to a hospital. Home address, Vivian Brady, friend,
Wellington, Texas.

PEPIN, EDMUND .... Sous-Lieutenant
Pilot, 47th EscadriUe, French Air Service. For
extraordinary heroism in action in the region of St.
Mihiel, France, September 12, 1918. Lieutenant
Pepin, in the most adverse weather conditions, flew
at an extremely low altitude for two hours and a
half, thoroughly reconnoitering enemy positions
and returning with information of the greatest
value. Home address not given.



PERCY, WILLIAM J Sergeant

Company E, 108th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Ronssoy, France, September
29, 1918. After having been wounded in the face
and legs, he led a patrol, under heavy shell and ma-



Pierce Avenue, Niagara Falls, N. Y.

PERDEW, EARNEST E Sergeant

Company H, 364th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Eclisfontaine, France, Sep-
tember 28, 1918. Assisted by another sergeant, and
leading a combat group across an open valley under
constant hostile fire, he completed the capture of
four machine-gun nests and three prisoners. Home
address, J. E. Perdew, father, Etiwanda, Calif.

PERKAUS, FRANK . . . Supply Sergeant
Company K, 9th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 18,
1918. Sergeant Perkaus volunteered to go about
350 yards in advance of our lines to locate the enemy
and secure other information. He made the trip
through heavy machine-gun and artillery fire and
secured the information but was wounded while re-
turning to our line. When ordered to the dressing
station by his commanding officer, he helped others
who were more seriously wounded than himself to
reach the station. Home address, Mrs. Anna Perk-
aus, mother, 2718 South Homan Avenue, Chicago,
111.

PERKINS, BYRON R Private

Deceased. Headquarters Company, 1st Engin-
eers. For extraordinary heroism in action near Sois-
sons, France, July 20, 1918. When volunteers were
called for by his company commander, Private Per-
kins volunteered and rescued wounded comrades
from a barrage. Disregarding danger to himself, he
continued the performance of these heroic deeds
until killed. Next of kin, Mrs. Eula Chamberlin,
sister, 425 Summer Avenue, Springfield, Mass.

PERKINS, EARL H Sergeant

Company M, 131st Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action in the Meuse-Argonne offensive,
September 26, 1918. With three other soldiers, he,
on his own initiative, crawled across an open field,
subjected to intense artillery and machine-gun fire,
flanking three machine-gun positions, which were
holding up our advance. The mission was success-
ful, seven Germans being killed by the patrol and 23
captured and three machine guns captured. Home
address, Mrs. P. O. Perkins, mother, 8042 Sanga-
mon Street, Chicago, 111.

PERONACE, ANTHONY .... Private
Company B, 4th Infantry. For extraordnary
heroism in action near Gland, France, July 21, 1918.
With his platoon leader and one other soldier,
Private Peronace captured an enemy machine-gun
and eight prisoners. Home address, Mrs. Concetta
Peronace, wife, 147 Mulberry Street, New York
City.

PERRY, SETHE Corporal

Deceased. Company K, 119th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt,
France, September 29, 1918. When a portion of his
company was threatened with a counterattack and
he had seen one runner killed in an attempt to reach
them from company headquarters with orders to fall
back, he volunteered for the dangerous mission.
While crossing an open field under heavy fire, he was
mortally wounded. Next of kin, Mrs. Mary L.
Perry, mother, Okisko, N. C.

PETERS, HERBERT N Captain

Deceased. 358th Infantry. For extraordinary



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heroism in action near Les Huit Chemins, France,
September 12-14, 1918. As commander of the sup-
port company of his battalion, Captain Peters
displayed courage and leadership by rushing two
platoons into position to protect the right flank of
the battalion, which had suddenly become exposed.
Under his personal leadership, in the face of intense
machine-gun and shell, fire a number of enemy ma-
chine-gun nests were stormed and enemy combat
troops dispersed. Serious danger to the advancing
line was thereby averted. This gallant officer was
killed shortly afterward in a raid on the enemy.
Next of kin, Mrs. Nettie Peters, mother, Sabinal,
Texas.

PETERS, WILLIAM Private

Company I, 131st Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action at Bois de Chaume, France, Octo-
ber 10, 1918. When the advance of his platoon was
held up by an enemy machine-gun, Private Peters
on his own initiative flanked the position, killed the
gunner, and captured the rest of the crew, thereby
allowing the platoon to advance. Home address,
Louis Peters, father, 1608 Cleveland Avenue, Chi-
cago, 111.

PETERSEN, LEONARD .... Private
Deceased. Ambulance Company 140, 1 10th Sani-
tary Train. For extraordinary heroism in action near
Baulny, France, September 29, 1918. Serving as a
litter bearer, he voluntarily left cover and exposed
himself to intense artillery fire to rescue wounded
men lying in the open. Mortally wounded, he con-
tinued to assist in the rescue of wounded comrades
till he fell exhausted. Next of kin, Mrs. Helen
Petersen, mother, 942 Gilmore Avenue, Kansas
City, Kan.

PETERSEN, SOLOMON .... Sergeant
Company I, 362d Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action during the Argonne offensive,
France, September 26-29, 1918. He repeatedly led
patrols in successful attacks on enemy machine-gun
emplacements, displaying calmness and keen judg-
ment. After being wounded he insisted on remain-
ing in command of his platoon. Home address,
C. C. Petersen, father, Atlanta, Kan.

PETERSEN, THEODOR .... Sergeant
Deceased. Medical Department, 151st Field Ar-
tillery. Died March 5, 1918, of wounds received in
action. Next of kin, Mrs. Jacobine A. Petersen,
mother, 99 Central Avenue, Oshkosh, Wis.

PETERSON, ALBERT C Private

Deceased. Company B, 307th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Grand-Pr6,
France, October 15, 1918. Private Peterson sacri-
ficed his life in fearlessly going out in the face of
machine-gun fire and attempting to rescue another
soldier who had been mortally wounded. Next of
kin, Louis C. Peterson, father, Stacy, Minn.

PETERSON, DAVID McK. . . . Captain
94 Aero Squadron, Air Service. For extraordin-
ary heroism in action near Luneville, France, on
May 3, 1918. Leading a patrol of three, he encoun-
tered five enemy planes at an altitude of 3,500
meters and immediately gave battle. Notwith-
standing the fact that he was attacked from all
sides, this officer, by skillful maneuvering, suc-
ceeded in shooting down one of the enemy's planes
and dispersing the remaining four. A bronze oak
leaf is awarded to Captain Peterson for extraordin-
ary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, on
May 15, 1918. While on a patrol alone he encoun-
tered two enemy planes at an altitude of 52 meters.
He promptly attacked, despite the odds, and shot
down one of the enemy planes in flames. While thus
engaged he was attacked from above by the second



enemy plane, but by skillful maneuvering he suc-
ceeded in shooting it down also. Home address,
P. B. Peterson, Honesdale, Pa.

PETERSON, G.I. Pharmacist's Mate(Third Class)
U. S. N. Attached to Company M, 5th Regiment,
U. S. M. C. For extraordinary heroism in action
near St. Etienne, France, October 3-7, 1918.
Pharmacist's Mate Peterson was directly responsible
for the saving of several lives while obliged to care
for the company's wounded alone. On succeeding
days he travelled from one side of the company
sector to the other, through artillery and machine-
gun barrage, hunting and caring for the wounded.
Home address, Lewis J. Peterson, father, Paxton,
111.

PETERSON, HELMER . Private (First Class)
Company E, 9th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Tulerie Ferme, France,
November 4, 1918. Private Peterson displayed ex-
ceptional bravery in carrying important messages
to the rear through heavy enemy artillery and ma-
chine-gun barrages, keeping his commanding officer
informed as to the situation at all times. Tireless in
his efforts, he was instrumental in the success of the
operation. Next of kin, Mrs. Jonas J. Akre, sister,
Decorah, Iowa.

PETERSON, HOLGAR .... Corporal
Deceased. Company C, 308th Infantry. For ex-
traordinary heroism in action near Charlevaux,
France, October 3-7, 1918. While leading a scout-
ing party, Corporal Peterson encountered an enemy
patrol and displayed exceptional courage and lead-
ership in killing the officer and two soldiers who
composed it. He repeatedly volunteered for dan-
gerous patrol work with great bravery and aggres-
siveness, until he was killed. Next of kin, Mrs.
Catherine Peterson, wife, Spencer, Iowa.

PETERSON, OSCAR W Sergeant

Company A, 59th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Courchamps, France, July
19, 1918. Discovering the enemy making a counter-
attack to the left flank of his platoon, Sergeant
Peterson immediately organized a combat group of
25 men, and though greatly outnumbered by the
Germans he succeeded in routing them, inspiring
his men by his disregard of personal danger. He
was severely wounded later in the day, but he re-
fused to go to the rear until he had reorganized his
platoon an hour and a half later. Home address,
Mrs. Ella Peterson, mother, Jamestown, N. Dak.

PETERSON, ROY W. . Private (First Class)
Company D, 114th Machine^Gun Battalion. For
extraordinary heroism in action near Bellicourt,
France, September 29, 1918. Severely wounded
while operating a machine-gun under shell fire, Pri-
vate Peterson refused to leave his post until he was
removed by his comrades against his protests.
Home address, Lottie S. Peterson, mother, 3408
Sahler Street, Omaha, Neb.

PETERSON, VAN WALKER . . . Sergeant
Company B, 131st Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Bois de Chaume, France,
October 10, 1918. When the company guarding the
flank was on the verge of retreating in disorder,
Sergeant Peterson avoided the perilous situation by
jumping to the front and holding the badly shaken
troops in their positions on the line. His quick ac-
tion during the terrific fire was responsible for the
safety of the entire line. Home address, Mrs. Es-
ther L. Peterson, wife, 523 Arlington Place, Chi-
cago, 111.

PETERSON, VICTOR Sergeant

Company H, 132d Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Forges, France, September
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flanking machine-gun fire, Sergeant Peterson ad-
vanced alone ahead of the platoon, on his own ini-
tiative, and successfully cleaned up the machine-
gun nest with hand grenades and captured the ma-
chine-gun. Home address, Charles Peterson, bro-
ther, 4633 Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, 111.

PETERSON, WALTER O. L. . First Sergeant
Company H, 128th Infantry. For extraordinary
heroism in action near Romagne, France, October 5,
1918. Because of casualties among officers, Ser-
geant Peterson was placed in command of the sec-
ond wave, which he led with exceptional bravery