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 of Infantry Jules E. Maugin, 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. Serving as Assistant Chief of Staff of the Communication Zone, Major Maugin rendered invaluable services in connection with the ammunition supply of the American Expeditionary Forces.