RM2RCMD40–Troops of the 38th Infantry are seen passing in review after citation exercises. Brigadier General U.G. McAlexander is being decorated with the Croix de Guerre for his valorous conduct on the Marne on July 15, 1918. The photograph was taken on January 2, 1919, in the Rhine Province of Germany.
RM2RCMNGP–'Maj. Gen. Joseph T. Dickman pinning the Croix de Guerre on Brig. Gen. U.G. McAlexander, former Commander of the 38th Infantry, for valorous conduct on the Marne River, France on July 15, 1918. The ceremony took place in Germany's Rhine Province between Ober and Niedermendig, where the 3rd Division, Army of Occupation was stationed.'
RM2RCN2P7–Caption: Captain Gilmore D. Clark, General Staff Secretary, reading a citation from Field Marshall Petain to the 38th Infantry. The citation rewards Brigadier General U.G. McAlexander with the Croix de Guerre decoration for his courageous actions during the Army of Occupation between Ober and Niedermendig, Rhine Province, Germany. Photograph taken on January 2, 1919.
RM2RC924M–Belgian officers are decorated with French medals and awards in recognition of their bravery during World War One. The ceremony is conducted by representatives of the French commission as a symbol of the entente cordiale between the two countries. This photograph was taken and issued by photographer Reco Desorption. Endnotes: 5292 F.0.568
RM2RC13DN–General John J. Pershing and Major General Charles P. Summerall, along with officers of the 1st Division, are seen reviewing the 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry in Vertusey, France. General Pershing can be seen decorating officers and men with the Distinguished Service Cross. The exact date of the photograph is unknown.
RM2RCKJFY–Brig. Gen. U.G. McAlexander of the 38th Inf., 3rd Div., Army of Occupation receiving the Croix de Guerre for his brave actions on the Marne on July 15, 1918. The ceremony took place between Ober and Niedermendig in the Rhine Province, Germany. The photograph was taken by Sgt. Buettner on March 1, 1919.
RM2RC68RR–Distinguished Service Medals were awarded by the U.S. Army, including the Medal for Army of Occupation in Puerto Rico (1898). The front and reverse sides are shown in the photograph. The recipient of this particular medal is Sergeant Hitz, who is identified by the subject number 48180. The photograph was taken on May 15, 1919. The image is a part of the 5-7-19 Photographs of American Military Activities during World War One collection.
RM2RCAAM8–Soldier receiving decoration for valor in a ceremony during World War I. The first American raiding party is honored for their bravery. Date: April 13, 1918. Photographer: Signal Corps. Caption: 'Ceremony of the first decoration of Americans for valor in the first American raiding party.'
RM2RCKG47–American soldier posing with the French Croix de Guerre, a prestigious medal awarded to soldiers for exceptional service in battle. This photograph captures the significance of the medal and highlights the recognition and appreciation the French gave to American soldiers during World War One.
RM2RCHC60–'First Lt. Harry J. Costello, a machine gun company member in the American North Russian Expeditionary Forces, pictured decorated with the British Military Cross for valor in the Allied campaign in North Russia. Lt. Costello had previously served as a teacher and athletic director at Detroit University for five years. Official photograph taken on January 31, 1919.'
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