[Illustration: MAJOR-GENERAL GEORGE H. CAMERON. Commanding the 4th
Division.]
The Allied troops, fighting shoulder to shoulder with the French
“poilus,” had a brilliant share in the victory. The British
distinguished themselves by their splendid resistance on the St. Thierry
Heights, the 15th Scottish Division covering itself with glory by
storming and capturing Buzancy, south of Soissons.
The Italian 2nd Corps successfully defended the approaches of the
Mountain of Rheims and distinguished itself in the defence of Bligny
Hill.
America’s young troops, who were the last to join in the battle, fought
admirably, eight of their divisions co-operating with the armies of
Generals Mangin, Degoutte and De Mitry in the battle and pursuit.
In paying this just tribute to the valour of all the Allies, it should
not be forgotten that the second victory of the Marne, like the first,
was a glorious manifestation of French genius and heroism.
[Illustration: AMERICAN TROOPS ARRIVING.]
_TRIBUTE TO THREE CHIEFS._
[Illustration: PERSHING.
Awarded the Grand’ Croix de la Légion d’Honneur August 6, 1918.
“_ ... you arrived on the battlefield at the decisive hour...._”
]
[Illustration: FOCH.
Promoted Maréchal de France August 6, 1918.
“_ ... the confidence placed in the victor at the Marshes of
Saint-Gond and the glorious commander on the Yser and Somme, was
fully justified...._”
]
[Illustration: PÉTAIN.
Awarded the Médaille Militaire August 6, 1918.
“_ ... breaking and driving back the German onrush, he acquired
imperishable right to the nation’s gratitude...._”
]