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 Brigadier General Oliver Edwards, 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. Due to his rare ability and high professional attainments, General Edwards was selected to organize the Machine-Gun Training Center, the success of which was, in a large measure, due to his zealous and energetic administration.