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 of Cavalry Henri Martin-Zede, 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. As a Member of the French Mission attached to the American General Headquarters, Lieutenant Martin-Zede has constantly exerted himself in the interest of the American Army, rendering us every assistance which his office afforded. By his courtesy and good judgment he has done much to further the strengthening of those friendly relations which have characterized the services of the French and American forces.