Word: counterattacking
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Dates: during 1919-1919
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...Machine Gun Battalion was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for:--"Extraordinary heroism in action near Romagne, France, October 11, 1918. Although wounded by a high explosive shell, Lieutenant Williams refused to be evacuated, but continued leading his platoon in the attack and successfully defended his position from counterattack until completely exhausted...