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 (Infantry) Arthur L. Conger, 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 a member of the Second Section, General Staff, General Headquarters, Colonel Conger’s marked professional attainments, his zeal, and his sound judgment contributed largely to the successful operations of his section. As Chief the Second Section, General Staff, of the 2d Division, during active operations, and later as Commander of a brigade of the 28th Division during the Argonne-Meuse offensive, he demonstrated his great energy and his clear conception of tactics.