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 Clift Andrus (ASN: 0-3266), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commanding General of the 1st Infantry Division in the European Theater of Operations, during the period from 8 March to 27 April 1945. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Andrus and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.