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 Colonel (Field Artillery) Boyd Wales, 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 Commander of the 147th Regiment of Field Artillery of the 57th Field Artillery Brigade, 32d Division, Colonel Wales Commanded his regiment with marked ability throughout the campaign of the Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, and Meuse-Argonne. By his energy and devotion to duty he contributed materially to the success of the 57th Field Artillery Brigade during its support of the 32d Division, and at other times its support of five other divisions. He has rendered service of much value.