Pvt JAMES R. BRUMMETT, USMC

Awarded Distinguished Service Cross ... "For extraordinary heroism in action near Thiaucourt, France, September 12-16, 1918. by effective use of an automatic rifle, Pvt. Brummett defended the left flank of his platoon, thereby preventing the enemy from reaching the rear of his lines. On several occasions he volunteered and carried messages through terrific bombardment."

Residence at enlistment: Dime Box, Texas

Thanks to Therry Schwartz for this information.