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 Colonel (Field Artillery) Richard K. Hale, 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 Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1, 2d Army Corps, from March 1918 until April 1919, Colonel Hale displayed exceptional ability in the organization and administration of that Division of the Corps Staff. With rare tact he assisted in the establishment of most cordial relations with the British organizations with which the Corps was serving. He showed excellent judgment and great administrative ability in the handling of important questions in the arrangements for the service of American troops with the British.