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 Major (Judge Advocate General) Redmond C. Stewart, 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. Major Stewart served with the 1st Division as Division Judge Advocate throughout the entire hostilities. At all times, by his high-minded sense of duty, his personal example of energy, loyalty, and courage, he was a powerful and consistent influence for promoting the morale, harmony, spirit, and the high standard of the 1st Division. His superior professional attainments and his loyal devotion to duty contributed materially to the success of his division and made him a conspicuous figure in a position of great responsibility.