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 Captain George B. Dowling (NSN: 0-12337), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Staff Medical Officer, Task Force 122, United States Naval Forces in Europe, during the period 29 November 1943 to 20 July 1944. Captain Dowling, by his part in the planning for and operation of the system of evacuation of the wounded from the Continent to the United Kingdom by LSTs, has made a significant contribution to the war effort. His experience, ability, wisdom and energy were invaluable in the solution of the many intricate problems involved. The personal and enthusiastic assistance rendered by Captain Dowling in every undertaking of this important task resulted in the ameliorating of much suffering, and in the saving of many lives.