Compiled and Edited By C. Douglas Sterner

Slaughter, Nugent H.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Nugent H. Slaughter, Lieutenant Colonel (Signal Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, in the very successful development of the radio equipment of the United States Army.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 69 (1919)
  

Home Town: Washington, D.C.

Slavens, Thomas H.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Thomas H. Slavens, Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commander of the New York Depot from July 1917 to march 1918, in which Colonel Slavens demonstrated superb energy and marked executive ability in a position of great responsibility. Later, as Commanding Officer of the 51st Infantry, 6th Division, from October 1918, he showed marked ability in the training of the regiment and during its operations in the Meuse-Argonne.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 53 (1921)
  

Home Town: Urbana, Missouri

*Slifer, Hiram J.

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The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal (Posthumously) to Hiram J. Slifer, Lieutenant Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services

to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Lieutenant Colonel Slifer was charged with active field operations and the construction and operation of the light railways of the 1st Army during the St. Mihiel and Argonne-Meuse offensives. His efforts were unceasing, and, due to his resourcefulness and exceptional executive ability, he was an important factor in the successful operations of the light railway, assuring for the troops of the 1st Army a steady flow of munitions and supplies.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1919)
  

Home Town: Chicago, Illinois

Slocum, Stephen L'H

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Stephen L'H Slocum, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, while serving as Military Attaché at London, England.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 124 (1919)
  

Home Town: New York, New York

Smalley, Henry R.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Henry R. Smalley, Major (Cavalry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Adjutant and Operations Officer of the 5th Infantry Brigade of the 3d Division during its occupation of the Chateau-Thierry defensive sector, and during the Champagne-Marne defensive, the Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne offensives, by his military knowledge, devotion to duty, excellent judgment, and unhesitating assumption of responsibility, Major Smalley rendered invaluable services and materially assisted in the success attained by the brigade in its operation.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 56 (1922)
  

Home Town: Chicago, Illinois

Smith, Emery T.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Emery T. Smith, Colonel (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commander of the group of Artillery supporting the 33d Division in the attack on the east bank of the Meuse River, 8 - 13 October 1918, Colonel Smith demonstrated professional attainments and ability of a high order. Later, as a Regimental Commander, by his sound judgment and special knowledge of Artillery, he most successfully directed his units in the support of the attacking Infantry of the 79th Division in the operations north of Verdun from 4 - 11 November 1918. By keeping his elements close to the attacking Infantry he contributed in no small measure to the success of these operations. He rendered services of conspicuous merit and signal worth to the American Expeditionary Forces in a position of great responsibility.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 56 (1922)
  

Home Town: San Francisco, California

Smith, Ernest G.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Ernest G. Smith, Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Chief of the Casualty Section, Central Records Office, Lieutenant Colonel Smith performed with marked efficiency duties of a most exacting character. With untiring efforts, sound

analytical ability, and masterful attention to detail he handled questions pertaining to casualties in the American Expeditionary Forces with noteworthy success.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1919)
  

Home Town: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Smith, Harry A.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Harry A. Smith, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. General Smith rendered most conspicuous service as Commandant of the Army schools at Langres, France, the success of which was, in a large measure, due to his vision, zeal and administrative ability. He later showed marked executive ability as Officer in Charge of the administration of civil affairs in German territory occupied by the American Army.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 12 (1919)
  

Home Town: Atchison, Kansas

Smith, Perrin L.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Perrin L. Smith, Colonel (Quartermaster Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. To Colonel Smith's great administrative ability, initiative, and tireless energy is due in great measure the very successful practical application of the regulations governing the payment of allotments made by officers and enlisted men, the handling of the various Liberty Bond issues subscribed for through the Army allotment system, and other important financial matters connected with the Army during the emergency.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 105 (1919)
  

Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Smith, William R.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to William R. Smith, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commanding General, 36th Division, by his thorough and ceaseless efforts, coupled with a keen insight into the principles of military training, General Smith brought his division to such a high standard of discipline and proficiency as to achieve conspicuous results in a major operation without previous service under fire. The excellent conduct of his division subsequent to the signing of the armistice reflects great credit on him. His services have been of great value to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 2 (1920)
  

Home Town: Nashville, Tennessee

Smith, Winford Henry

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Winford Henry Smith, Colonel (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. as a specialist in hospital management and construction.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 3 (1922)
  

Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland

Smith, Wright

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Wright Smith, Colonel (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commander of the 13th Field Artillery, 4th Division, Colonel Smith proved himself an artillerist of extraordinary skill and ability. Due to his energy and determination, he overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles, keeping his regiment at all times on the alert in order to take its positions promptly, and rendered most effective support to the advancing Infantry units.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 95 (1919)
  

Home Town: Holly Oak, Delaware

Smither, Henry C.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Henry C. Smither, Colonel (Signal Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Assistant Chief of Staff in charge of the Supply Section, of the General Staff of the Services of Supply, Colonel Smither demonstrated by his energy, zeal, and masterful efforts a high order of efficiency and ability. He organized the Supply Section and handled without friction the questions of priority and troops orders during the period of the arrival of American troops in France. With a rare gift of tact and address, he discharged most successfully his many important duties.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 50 (1919)
  

Home Town: Denver, Colorado

Snow, William J.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to William J. Snow, Major General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, in planning and executing those measures responsible for the efficiency of the Field Artillery during the war.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 18 (1919)
  

Home Town: Rivervale, New Jersey

Snyder, Frederic A.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Frederic A. Snyder, Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Division Engineer Officer of the 28th Division during its participation in the Aisne-Marne and the Meuse-Argonne offensives, Colonel Snyder solved numerous and difficult problems with marked ability. By his tireless energy in the construction and maintenance of transportation routes and defensive positions he contributed in no small degree to the successes of the combat troops.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

Home Town: Williamsport, Pennsylvania

Solbert, Oscar N.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Oscar N. Solbert, Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, while serving as Military Attaché at Copenhagen, Denmark.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 124 (1919)
  

Home Town: Worcester, Massachusetts

Somervell, Brehon B.

(First Award)

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Brehon B. Somervell (0-3665), Lieutenant Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Adjutant, 15th Engineers, during the period of organization and training, in charge of construction of the Mehun Ammunition Depot, in charge of the construction at Is-sur-Tille Depot, including the Gas Depot at Poinson and the Etain Engine Terminal; Assistant Chief of Staff, G-3, and Assistant Chief of Staff, G-1, 89th Division from October 1918 until the division returned to the United States, when he was assigned as Assistant Chief of Staff, G-4, 3d Army. In all these positions Lieutenant Colonel Somervell displayed unusual vision, initiative, sound judgment, and high professional skill, contributing in a conspicuous way to the successful operation of the American forces in France.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 14 (1923)
  

Home Town: Little Rock, Arkansas

Southwick, Mariano B.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Mariano B. Southwick, Major (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commanding Officer, 122d Machine-Gun Battalion, 33d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, from 26 September to 20 October 1918, Major Southwick rendered meritorious services of a high order. By his great efficiency, energy, ability, and resourcefulness, often under heavy enemy shell and machine-gun fire, he rendered valuable services to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 12 (1929)
  

Home Town: Springfield, Illinois

Spalding, George B.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to George B. Spalding, Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Colonel Spalding served with marked distinction as Commanding Officer of the 305th Engineers, 80th Division, as Division Engineer of the 80th Division, as Chief Engineer of the 5th Army Corps, and as Chief Engineer of the 1st and 3d Armies. At all times he exhibited professional attainments of the highest order in handling the difficult problems with which he was confronted.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1919)
  

Home Town: Monroe, Michigan

Spaulding, Oliver L., Jr.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Oliver L. Spaulding, Jr., Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the

Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, as Assistant Commandant, School of Fire for Field Artillery, Fort Sill, Oklahoma, from December 1917 to May 1918. Lieutenant Colonel Spaulding's constructive and administrative ability was of great value in the remarkable and successful expansion of that school to meet the war requirements of the Field Artillery. In especial, his work in connection with the coordination and development of the course of instruction contributed materially to the excellence of the Field Artillery education received by thousands of officers.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 19 (1920)
  

Home Town: St. Johns, Michigan

Speaks, Charles E.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Charles E. Speaks, Lieutenant Colonel (Transportation Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Lieutenant Colonel Speaks organized and operated with marked success the Division for the Procurement of Motor Transport Supplies in the office of the Director, Motor Transport Corps, American Expeditionary Forces, and by his intelligent application, wide experience, sound judgment, and devotion to duty successfully surmounted great difficulties in providing adequate motor transportation for the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 16 (1923)
  

Home Town: Akron, Ohio

Spence, Cary F.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Cary F. Spence, Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Colonel Spence Commanded with marked distinction the 117th Infantry, 30th Division, from the time of its organization and early training period to the completion of the active combat operations in the Ypres-Lys and Somme offensives. He especially distinguished himself while in command of his regiment on 8 - 9 October 1918, when he advanced his line two-and-one-half miles, capturing several towns, numerous cannon, and many prisoners.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 19 (1920)
  

Home Town: Knoxville, Tennessee

Spencer, Eugene J.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Eugene J. Spencer, Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Colonel, 32d Engineers, Colonel Spencer constructed, in large part, the storage camp at St.. Sulpice, Bordeaux, the receiving barracks of Genicourt, the new port at Talmont, the munitions depot at St. Loubes, France. As Chief Engineer of Base Section No. 2, Bordeaux, France, his duties included the construction and maintenance of roads and buildings, supervision of forests and posts. His high professional skill, unremitting energy, and devotion to duty contributed markedly to the success of the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 13 (1923)
  

Home Town: Webster Groves, Missouri

Spinks, Marcellus G.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Marcellus G. Spinks, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. By his untiring efforts, zeal, and marked military efficiency in the performance of duties of responsibility as Senior Assistant of the Inspector General's Department in France, General

Spinks has rendered services of exceptional value to the Government.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1919)
  

Home Town: Meridian, Mississippi

Spruance, William C., Jr.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to William C. Spruance, Jr., Colonel (Ordnance Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, as Chief of the Powder Section, Production Division, of the Office of the Chief of Ordnance. Later as Special Assistant to the Chief of Ordnance in charge of chemicals, propellants, and explosives, and Chief of the Explosives, Chemicals, and Loading Division, Office of the Chief of Ordnance, in which capacities he successfully organized the industry of the country so as to yield at all times an ample supply of powder, not only for the needs of the U.S. Army, but to some extent for the needs of the cobelligerents against Germany.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 77 (1919)
  

Home Town: Wilmington, Delaware

Squires, George O.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to George O. Squires, Major General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Chief Signal Officer General Squires has demonstrated scientific attainments of the highest order. His researches and contributions to the scientific equipment of the Signal Corps are noteworthy. The Signal Corps under him has been an extremely progressive and efficient organization.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 103 (1919)
  

Home Town: Dryden, Michigan

St. John, Fordyce B.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Fordyce B. St. John, Major (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Commanding Officer of Mobile Hospital No. 2 at Coincy, France, from June to August 1918, Major St. John commanded his hospital under most difficult and trying conditions with inadequate equipment and personnel. Later he served continuously at the front, taking a most active part in the Medical Service of our military efforts. Due to his unusual organizing ability and his indomitable will, his unit was always close to the firing line.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1921)
  

Home Town: Hackensack, New Jersey

Stackpole, Pierpont L.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Pierpont L. Stackpole, Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Aide-de-Camp to Lieutenant General Hunter Liggett, U.S. Army, Lieutenant Colonel Stackpole rendered exceptional services during the entire time that the latter Commanded the 1st Army Corps, the 1st Army, and the 3d Army. By his military attainments and pronounced ability he proved to be a most important factor in the successes of the corps and also of the armies.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

Home Town: Boston, Massachusetts

Stanbery, Sanford B.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Sanford B. Stanbery, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Having taken Command of the 155th Infantry Brigade, 78th Division, prior to the attack of 1 November 1918, General Stanbery proved himself a forceful and capable military leader. With the tactical situation thoroughly in hand, by his zeal and good judgment he contributed to the brilliant results attained during the severe fighting in the advance toward Sedan in the final phase of the Meuse-Argonne offensive.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 89 (1919)
  

Home Town: California, Ohio

Stanley, David S.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to David S. Stanley, Colonel (Quartermaster Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Chief Quartermaster and Chief of Staff, Base Section No. 5, at Brest, France, by his great administrative ability, exceptional foresight, and tireless energy, Colonel Stanley handled numerous difficult problems of supply and transportation with unusual efficiency and success. In the performance of his great task he rendered services of conspicuous worth to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 15 (1923)
  

Home Town: Washington, D.C.

Stansfield, James H.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to James H. Stansfield, Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, serving with the 132d Infantry, 33d Division. In the Bois-de-Chaume during 9 - 11 October 1918, when due to his rare presence of mind and courage, Lieutenant Colonel Stansfield prevented the disorganization of units of regiments that had suffered heavy casualties. He personally reorganized scattered groups and caused them to hold a line which appeared untenable. He has rendered services of great value.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 56 (1921)
  

Home Town: Oak Park, Illinois

Stanton, Charles E.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Charles E. Stanton, Colonel (Quartermaster Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Chief Disbursing Officer in the Office of the Finance Division, Quartermaster Corps, at Paris, Colonel Stanton performed his duties with unremitting zeal, displayed marked administrative ability and accurate judgment in solving problems of extraordinary difficulty, rendering services of marked worth.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 70 (1919)
  

Home Town: Salt Lake City, Utah

Starbird, Alfred A.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Alfred A. Starbird, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United

States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, in connection with the planning, organization, and administration of the post and subposts of Brest, Base Section No. 5, thereby contributing in a very great measure to the successful operation of this base during the return of the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 19 (1922)
  

Home Town: South Paris, Maine

Stark, Alexander N.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Alexander N. Stark, Colonel (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Colonel Stark served as Chief Surgeon of the 1st Army during all its offensives, charged with the organization and direction of the Medical Service, involving the treatment and evacuation of many thousands of sick and wounded under most adverse conditions. In this important capacity he performed his duties with marked ability. With good judgment, furthered by high professional attainments and tireless energy, he solved the difficult problems which arose, prevented much suffering, and saved the lives of many among the American and French wounded soldiers.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1919)
  

Home Town: Norfolk, Virginia

Starr, William T.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to William T. Starr, Lieutenant Colonel (Military Police Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, in the organization of the Provost Marshal General's Department, American Expeditionary Forces, from 19 November 1918 to 1 February 1919, in which capacity he displayed marked qualities of zeal and efficiency that were of great benefit to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1921)
  

Home Town: New York, New York

Stayton, William H., Jr.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to William H. Stayton, Jr., Major (Adjutant General's Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. With rare vision, sound judgment, and signal ability, Major Stayton organized and operated the office charged with the responsibility for the circulation of officers, soldiers, and civilians of the American Expeditionary Forces in France, and of the officers of the allied forces in the zones occupied by the American armies, maintaining active contact with British and French authorities and with the American military police throughout France with reference to such circulation. By his tact and initiative, without American precedent, he handled these activities with the utmost efficiency. Later, in charge of the Appointment and Promotion Section of the Adjutant General's Office, American Expeditionary Forces, he displayed unusual executive and administrative ability. His services were of immeasurable value to the Government.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 14 (1923)
  

Home Town: Washington, D.C.

Stebbins, Horace C.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Horace C. Stebbins, Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Assistant Chief of Staff, G-2, 2d Army Corps, Lieutenant Colonel Stebbins performed his important duties with merited ability and zeal. Through his efficient administration of the section, complete and timely intelligence of the enemy was promptly disseminated through the combatant troops, which aided materially in the successes of his corps.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

Home Town: New York, New York

Steese, James G.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to James G. Steese, Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Assistant to the Chief of Engineers and in charge of the Personnel, Equipment, Construction, and Maps Division of the Office of the Chief of Engineers, Colonel Steese displayed exceptional ability in handling commissioned personnel matters and developed special apparatus and methods for the production of aerial navigation maps. Since September 1918, the solution of many difficult problems in the organization and operation of the Personnel Branch, General Staff, has been due largely to his special knowledge of personnel matters, his untiring zeal, good judgment, and exceptional administrative ability.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 47 (1919)
  

Home Town: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Stephens, John E.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to John E. Stephens, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Chief of the War Plans Branch of the War Plans Division of the General Staff from 4 October 1917 to 13 June 1918, General Stephens was directly responsible for the preparation of plans for the organization of units of the Army and all special branches thereof. In this capacity he rendered most conspicuous services in a brilliant manner. By his keen foresight, great breadth of vision, and tireless energy he carried to successful completion the various plans and problems which confronted him. Later, as Commander of the 61st Field Artillery Brigade, 36th Division, he again demonstrated these high professional attainments and splendid leadership, which at all times characterized his service.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 56 (1922)
  

Home Town: Brentwood, Tennessee

Sternberger, Henry S.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Henry S. Sternberger, Lieutenant Colonel (Quartermaster Corps), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. While serving as Quartermaster of his Division throughout the entire period of its operations in Belgium and France, by his untiring zeal, great energy, tact, and sound judgment, Lieutenant Colonel Sternberger was able to overcome many difficult problems of supply, thereby rendering services of great value to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 38 (1922)
  

Home Town: New York, New York

Stewart, Merch B.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Merch B. Stewart, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Senior Instructor at the Plattsburg Training Camp from May until August 1917, General Stewart displayed organizing and training ability and talents of the highest order, in successfully directing the training and selection of 6,000 officer candidates, thereby rendering services of inestimable value to our newly-formed forces. As Chief of Staff, 76th Division, from August 1917 until June 1918, he again showed tireless energy, practical resourcefulness, and military attainments of the highest order. Later, as Commander of the 175th Infantry Brigade, 88th Division, he performed his duties with marked ability and excellent judgment.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 49 (1922)
  

Home Town: Glenn Falls, New York

Stewart, Redmond C.

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The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Redmond C. Stewart, Major (Judge Advocate General), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. Major Stewart served with the 1st Division as Division Judge Advocate throughout the entire hostilities. At all times, by his high-minded sense of duty, his personal example of energy, loyalty, and courage, he was a powerful and consistent influence for promoting the morale, harmony, spirit, and the high standard of the 1st Division. His superior professional attainments and his loyal devotion to duty contributed materially to the success of his division and made him a conspicuous figure in a position of great responsibility.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 56 (1922)
  

Home Town: Eccleston, Maryland

Stillwell, Joseph W.

(First Award)

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Joseph W. Stillwell (0-1912), Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I. As Assistant Chief of Staff, G-2, 4th Army Corps, during the St. Mihiel offensive, and later during the operations in the Woevre, Lieutenant Colonel Stillwell displayed military attainments of a high order. With great energy and zeal he pursued the developments of the enemy activities on the corps front, securing invaluable information which assisted in a marked degree to the planning of the operations. He contributed by the excellent performance of his task to the success of the operations.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 78 (1919)
  

Home Town: Yonkers, New York