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 Brigadier General Robert O’H Livesay, 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 Instructor at the American Army General Staff College, General Livesay rendered services of exceptional value to the American Expeditionary Forces in connection with the efficient training of our officers. He displayed military attainment of high order in the performance of his exacting duties, working always whole-heartedly in our interests. He proved himself sound in judgment, tactful, and a loyal friend.