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 (Corps of Engineers) Charles S. Gaskill, 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. In charge of the Locomotive and Car Repair Shops at Nevers, Lieutenant Colonel Gaskill carried out the installation and operation of this plant, exhibiting rare executive ability and engineering qualifications of the highest order.