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 (General Staff Corps) John A. Cutchins, 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 G-2, 29th Division from September 1917 until January 1918, and from July to December 1918, Lieutenant Colonel Cutchins displayed sound judgment and exceptional ability in the organization and administration of that section of the division staff. Later as G-4, Liaison Officer, American Section, Permanent International Armistice Commission, he rendered highly meritorious service in a position of great responsibility.