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 (Coast Artillery Corps) Richard H. Williams, 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 G-2, 1st Army Corps, Colonel Williams displayed rare ability in the organization and administration of that section, being tireless in the energy with which he handled each problem during successive offensives. Later, as G-2, 3d Army, he achieved brilliant successes when confronted with duties of a most exacting and difficult nature, accomplishing all by his zeal and ability.