General John Pershing led America's forces into battle during World War 1. With Pershing’s leadership skill and decisive attitude, he easily rose to the high ranks. President Wilson of USA gave him the appointment as the commander of America’s Expeditionary Force which was sent to Europe in a war against Germany. He was quickly promoted to general. His first success was in the Battle of Hamel, followed with the Battle of Marne . Both were met with victory. However, the third battle in Meuse-Argonne ended with the death of hundreds of soldiers.