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 George R. Allin, 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 Executive Officer and Director of Training in the Office of the Chief of Field Artillery from 21 March 1918 to 1 September 1918, by reason of his high professional attainments, ability, foresight, and judgment, General Allin rendered invaluable aid in solving the many complex problems confronting his arm of the service.