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 (Infantry) Ira L. Reeves, 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 President of the American Expeditionary Forces University in France, Colonel Reeves’ fine ability as an organizer made possible the expeditious establishment of this institution, and to his initiative, energy, rare tact, and good judgment is due, in a large measure, the successful operation of the university.