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 Hugh J. Gaffey (ASN: 0-8435), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Chief of Staff, II Corps, from 7 March to 10 April 1943. During this period the active operations of the Corps included the battle of El Guettar and adjacent combats. General Gaffey’s courage, energy, foresight, force and technical ability were largely responsible for the outstanding success achieved during these operations. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Gaffey reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.