The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Herbert J. Twelvetree, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1, 37th Division, throughout its operations in France, Lieutenant Colonel Twelvetree displayed unusual ability, leadership, resourcefulness, and high technical skill, thus contributing in a material way to the successful operations of his division.