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 General George F. Milne, 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 British Minister of War General Milne displayed military attainments of a high order, achieving a brilliant success. Untiring in devotion to his important duties, he was aggressive and capable, rendering service of inestimable value to the American Expeditionary Forces and the allied cause.