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 Brigadier General Andrew Moses, 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. Commanding the 316th Field Artillery, 81st Division, from August 1917, and the 156th Field Artillery Brigade, 81st Division, from June 1918 until it was demobilized, General Moses exhibited qualities of excellent leadership and military attainments of a high order. Later, as Chairman of a Joint Board of Review he occupied a position of great responsibility, having full charge and control of the re-delivery of all ships allocated to the War Department during the World War. By his administrative ability, excellent judgment, energy, and tact, he rendered conspicuous services in bringing about speedy and accurate settlements with the ship owners, which resulted in a large saving to the Government.