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 Frank C. Covell, 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. As Liaison Officer at General Headquarters, Base Section No. 3, in London, Captain Covell performed his duties with great tact, skill, and indefatigable zeal. The harmony which constantly characterized the relations of the American authorities with the British War Office was due, in no small degree, to his faithful services.