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 (Ordnance Corps) Charles C. Goodrich, 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 Chief Representative in England of the Liquidation Commission, Lieutenant Colonel Goodrich displayed unusual professional ability, tact, resourcefulness and sound judgment. As Executive Officer in the Office of the Chief Purchasing Officer, Ordnance Department, American Expeditionary Forces, he coordinated and supervised the activities of that office and maintained cordial and effective relations with the French Ministry of Armament. The grave and important duties performed by Colonel Goodrich were of immeasurable value to the Government and contributed markedly to the successful operations of the American Expeditionary Forces.