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 (Inspector General) Vincent M. Elmore, 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. From 2 November 1918 to 28 February 1919, Lieutenant Colonel Elmore served with the 5th Army Corps, which included the active operations in the Meuse-Argonne offensive, and was charged with the arduous and responsible duties of inspection, including methods of supply, control of traffic, and investigation of vital and difficult problems of administration. At all times he demonstrated an unusually high degree of efficiency, zealous devotion to duty, professional attainments, and courage, thereby contributing materially to the successful operations of the 5th Army Corps, and rendering valuable services to the American Expeditionary Forces.