December 15, 1918.
_Order of the Divisional Infantry_.
The 371st and 372nd Infantries are leaving France, after having
carried on a hard campaign of six months with I. D., 157.
After having energetically held a series of difficult sectors, they
took a glorious part in the great decisive battle which brought the
final victory.
In sectors they have shown an endurance, a vigilance, a spirit of
devotion and remarkable discipline.
In battle they have taken by storm, with a magnificent animation,
very strong positions doggedly defended by the enemy.
In contemplating the departure of these two fine regiments which I
commanded with pride, I desire to tell them all how much I think of
them for the generous and precious concurrence which they brought to
us at the decisive period of the war.
I shall keep them always in my soldier heart, their loyal memories,
and particularly those of their distinguished commanders who have
become my friends.
COLONEL QUILLET,
_Commanding the I. D._, 157.
About the same time the above was issued, General Goybet, Commanding
Officer of the 157th French Division, sent out the following General
Orders: