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 Captain (Ordnance Corps) Phillip W. Livermore, 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 Director of Regional and Ministerial Liaison and later as Deputy for the Chief Liaison Officer, Captain Livermore displayed unusual administrative ability and rare judgment. By untiring effort and devotion to duty, he was largely instrumental in placing American liaison on a sound footing. His forceful personality and keen intelligence contributed largely to the successes achieved by his department. At all times he showed marked initiative, unflagging energy, and zeal in the performance of exacting and delicate tasks.