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 Captain Emilien Allain, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, while serving with the 315th Regiment of Infantry, French Army. By his able adaptation of the French combat formations to the American units and by the thorough instructions he gave the students of the Army Candidates’ School in the technique of the combat formation, Captain Allain has given valuable service to the American Expeditionary Forces. Later, as Liaison Officer between the Marshal Commanding the Allied Armies and American General Headquarters, by his courteous efforts and good judgment, he has rendered much valuable assistance to the American Army.