The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal (Posthumously) to Major General Auguste C. Gerome, 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. In command of the 15th French Region, General Gerome rendered the American Expeditionary Forces most valuable assistance, showing himself resourceful and at all times willing to aid the American military authorities at the base port at Marseille. His tact was marked and he displayed ability of a high order, combined with energy and devotion to duty.