A Black medic credited with treating many wounded soldiers on D-Day has been posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland announced Monday.

Cpl. Benning was a Distinguished Service Cross recipient, following his actions in France during World War I, according to the U.S. Department of Defense. U.S. Army Public Affairs describes Cpl.

Military leaders, veterans, and families filled the auditorium to honor Geressy, who was presented with the Distinguished Service Cross, the second-highest award for valor. The ceremony honored ...