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) George Coolidge Saffarrans, 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 Provost Marshal of the District of Paris from 3 January 1918 to 3 May 1918, and subsequently in command of this important district during a period of gravest import and charged with most important duties, Colonel Saffarrans labored unceasingly and succeeded in attaining excellent results. Aided by his superior tact and keen perception, he performed his difficult duties with sound judgment and handled numerous diplomatic affairs with great satisfaction, thereby rendering important service to the American Expeditionary Forces in a position of great responsibility.