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 Major (Infantry) James L. Frink (ASN: 0-14587), 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 19 October 1918 to 11 November 1918, during the Meuse-Argonne offensive, Major Frink rendered highly meritorious services as Assistant Chief of Staff, G-3, 78th Division. In this position of great responsibility he displayed rare judgment in the selection of points in the line for attack and in the designation of forces to be used in the attack. As acting Chief of Staff for his Division from November 1918 until February 1919, he displayed high professional attainments, unfailing energy, and devotion to duty, contributing in a material way to the success of his Division.