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 Lieutenant Colonel James H. M. Cornwall, Royal British 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 a member of the Intelligence Section at British General Headquarters, Lieutenant Colonel Cornwall rendered us very valuable and distinguished services by his hearty cooperation in placing at the disposal of the American officers sent to British General Headquarters his experience and profound knowledge regarding the work of intelligence. He was at all times tactful and helpful, proving himself a loyal friend.