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Which medal did George S. Patton receive for bravery in World War I?
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George S. Patton, 1945.
For his actions during World War I, George S. Patton was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery under fire.1
During the Meuse-Argonne offensive, Patton was severely wounded by a machine-gun bullet. Despite his injuries, he remained in a shell hole for several hours and refused evacuation until he had personally reported to his commander.1