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 Colonel of Artillery Eugene H. J. Pagezy, 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 Marshal Foch’s Staff, Lieutenant Colonel Pagezy cooperated with us most efficiently in the solution of many problems which presented themselves in connection with the combined operations of the French and American forces. With sound judgment, tact, and untiring energy he managed difficult situations, rendering us services of exceptional value.