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 General Geoffrey N. Salmon, 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. Detailed as an Instructor to the school at Chatillon-sur-Seine, France, General Salmon displayed military attainments of a high order, and rendered very valuable services to the American Expeditionary Forces in connection with the training of its officers. He was tireless in devotion to his important duties, and at all times tactful and energetic in the presentation of important subjects.