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 Major General Louis E. A. Hallouin, 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 18th French Region, General Hallouin gave the American military authorities earnest cooperation and sound advice on matters of great importance. His able assistance counted greatly in increasing the efficiency of Base Section No. 2. His tact, energy, and wide knowledge of conditions were most marked.