Cpl. R. Ingleston, , took a photograph of General John J. Pershing awarding the Distinguished Service Cross () to Maj. Richard Smith of the 117th Field Signal Battalion. Maj. Smith, serving in the 42nd Division, was recognized for his bravery in Manonviller, Luneville Sector. This was the first awarded to an officer in the division. The ceremony took place in Bulligny, France. The photo was released by Censor, but no specific date was given.

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