partment, General Orders No. 45 (1919)

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  War Department, General Orders No. 45 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Hippolyte A. Penet, Major General, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. Commanding the 12th Division of Infantry, French Army, General Penet rendered invaluable service to the American Expeditionary Forces and to the cause in which the United States has been engaged.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 45 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Jean V. H. Peria, Controller of the First Class, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Controller of the Administration of the Army and Chief of the Franco-American Service of the Direction of Control, he rendered very valuable service to the American Expeditionary Forces in connection with the organization of the American Rents, Requisitions, and Claims Service. He aided us materially in the matter of negotiations for the installation of American projects throughout France, proving tactful, energetic, and whole- heartedly devoted to the interests of the Allied cause.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Charles E. F. Perrin, Brevet Lieutenant Colonel, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services to the Allied cause and to the American forces in Germany as Chief of the Interallied Bureau of Operations, Interallied Armies of Occupation.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 30 (1921)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Maurice Pesson-Didion, Captain of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As a Member of the French Mission in Paris, Captain Pesson-Didion gave invaluable aid and assistance to the American authorities on numerous occasions when it was necessary to obtain material quickly in order to further the operations of the American Army. At all times he showed earnest cooperation with all the American authorities in all the activities in which he was associated with them.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Henri P. B. O. J. Petain, Marshal of France, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, as Commander in Chief of the French Armies of the North and Northeast, as an expression to him of the high regard of the people of the United States and of their Army, for the distinguished and patriotic services which he has rendered to the common cause in which he has been associated on the battlefields of Europe.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 111 (1918)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Paul A. J. Petit, Surgeon Major of Second Class, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. Attached to the Medical Section of the Central Bureau of Franco-American Relations and later at G-4, General headquarters, American Expeditionary Forces, Surgeon Major of Second Class Petit gave whole-hearted assistance and cooperation at all times. His advice and distinguished ability materially aided us in the prompt evacuation and hospitalization of casualties.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Jean F. L. Piarron de Mondesir, Major General, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great

responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Commanding General, 36th Army Corps, French Army, General Piarron de Mondesir rendered invaluable service to the American Expeditionary Forces and to the cause in which the United States has been engaged.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 45 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Francois Picard, Captain of Cavalry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. Captain Picard served with marked distinction in his capacity as Aide to Marshal Petain, and rendered very valuable service to the allied cause. He was at all times energetic and

tactful in behalf of the American Expeditionary Forces, and by the sound advice and accurate information with which he furnished us proved of very material assistance. At all times he cooperated with us whole-heartedly, and showed himself a loyal friend.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 46 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Paul Piketty, Major of Artillery, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief of the 3d Division of Artillery, by his able advice and assistance the vocation of the organization and training centers for the heavy artillery of the American Expeditionary Forces was decided upon and the equipment and organization of these training centers were accomplished. He displayed great personal interest in the solution of the details of his task, at all times exhibiting an energetic spirit in furthering the general plan and in securing grants from the Ministry of War. His services have been of a high order.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Daniel Pompe, Lieutenant Colonel of Artillery, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great

responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services rendered to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 3 (1922)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Ferdinand A. Pont, Major General, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. General Pont served with marked distinction throughout the war and in positions of great responsibility rendered invaluable service to the American Expeditionary Forces. As Deputy Chief of Staff

of the French Army he displayed brilliant military genius and was at all times ready to afford us most loyal cooperation.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Harman Poupart, Major of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, while serving with the 158th Regiment of Infantry, French Army. In Command of front-line troops, Major Poupart performed valiant and faithful service in the Allied cause. When he became an Assistant to the Members of the American Military Mission at French General Headquarters his wide practical experience fitted his admirably for his important duties, and by his zeal in promoting the interests of our Army he rendered services of the highest value to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Raymond J. E. Poupinal, Major of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Head of the Allied Armies Section of the French General Staff and later in the same position under the Supreme Interallied Commander, Major Poupinal labored unceasingly in the interests of the American Expeditionary Forces. Through his tact and unswerving devotion many problems of great difficulty were solved carefully and expeditiously. He rendered most distinguished service.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 46 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Jean F. Pouy, Medical Inspector, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief of the Hospitalization Section of the Undersecretary of State for the Medical Services, Medical Inspector Pouy collaborated with the Medical Service of the American Expeditionary Forces in the preparation of a comprehensive hospitalization program. Through his wide knowledge of the possible hospital resources of France and his persistent efforts to insure adequate care for American soldiers, the trying period preceding combat operations was successfully bridges. He met all demands made for the delivering of French hospitals to the American Expeditionary Forces, even to the extent of burdening his own service. By his broad-minded conception of our problem and his energetic assistance in a most important task, he rendered inestimable services to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 39 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Rene C. J. Prestaut, Second Lieutenant of Engineers, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of

great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. By his exceptional enthusiasm, good judgment, and untiring energy in the performance of his arduous duties as Instructor at the American Army Signal Schools at Langres, Second Lieutenant Prestaut proved himself of great value in the instruction of the Signal Corps of the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Claude F. Pupier, Interpreter Officer of the First Class, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Military Secretary and Chief of Cabinet to the Marshal Commanding the Allied Armies he was charged with duties of a most exacting and responsible character, which duties he performed with conspicuous success. In his official capacity he was called upon to treat matters of the utmost delicacy pertaining to American affairs, in the conduct of which he displayed admirable tact, comprehension, and marked ability, thereby rendering invaluable services to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Albert Purnot, Captain of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As a Member of the Cabinet of the Minister of War, by his good judgment and earnest cooperation with the American authorities, Captain Purnot has rendered services of marked distinction to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Camille M. Rageneau, Brigadier General, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief, French Mission, General Headquarters, American Expeditionary Forces, General Rageneau rendered invaluable service to the American Expeditionary Forces and to the cause in which the United States has been engaged.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 45 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Jacques F. Reboul, Colonel of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief of the Franco-American Bureau of the Army General Staff, Colonel Reboul performed eminent and important services to the U.S. Army in deciding many essential questions in our relations with the French. That he acted with exceptional success is proven by the cordial relations which were at all times maintained.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to G. R. C. F. Xavier Reille, Lieutenant Colonel of Artillery, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Head of the Artillery Section of the French Mission to the United States during the World War, by his untiring efforts Lieutenant Colonel Reille aided materially in the training of the Artillery in the United States.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 55 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Louis Remond, Colonel of Artillery, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services rendered the U.S. Army while serving as Chief of the French Artillery Mission to the United States.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 29 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Andre J. Renie, Colonel of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief of the Personnel Bureau and as Head of the 1st Bureau of the General Staff of the French Army, Colonel Renie placed the facilities of his important office at the service of the American authorities, lending every assistance in his power to meet the needs of the American troops. His services, rendered with a loyal spirit of cooperation, have been of great value to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 126 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Henry L. M. J. Requichot, Major General, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Commanding General of the 9th French Region, in which were located American Headquarters, Services of Supply, General Requichot showed himself uniformly helpful, giving us willing assistance and cooperation. He went far beyond the exacting duties of his office to aid the American Expeditionary Forces in securing necessary supplies.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 87 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Edouard J. Requin, Brevet Lieutenant Colonel, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services rendered the United States Army while serving as the Personal Representative of Marshals Joffre and Foch and as Special Delegate of the French General Staff to the United States.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 29 (1919)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Augustin X. Richert, Major of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services as an Instructor of the 90th Division. During the training of the Division at Aignay-le-Duc, Major Richert was constantly in the field, and by his unceasing work and high military attainments he materially assisted the division to acquire as quickly as possible that proficiency which enabled it to joi8n the fighting forces at the front. His services at this period were invaluable, and later at t he front his courage and coolness were an inspiration to the men who saw him.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 49 (1922)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Georges Riegel, Major of Engineers, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Representative of the 4th Bureau, French Armies of the North and Northeast, in the Office of Assistant Chief of Staff, G-4, Major Riegel was charged with the supervision of the

supply of French units and personnel placed at the disposition of the 1st American Army. By his high professional attainments and interest he assured the closest liaison between the French and American authorities, contributing largely to the success of the Allied cause.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 46 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Edouard Rist, Major of the First Class, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services as an eminent scientist. By his untiring zeal, devotion, and energy, Major Rist promoted the efficient treatment of the American sick and wounded. In his important research work he cooperated with the Medical Service of the American Expeditionary Forces in the fullest measure of devotion to duty. To him is due much credit for the arresting of the ravages of disease and injuries among our forces. His valuable research efforts in the domain of preventive medicine and wound bacteriology resulted in the saving of many lives among our wounded soldiers. He has rendered services of signal worth.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 59 (1921)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Lucien Rottee, Lieutenant of Infantry, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, for services rendered the United States Army while serving as French Liaison Officer in the Division of Criminal Investigation, American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 10 (1922)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Jules F. A. Rouget, Medical Inspector, French Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I. As Chief Surgeon of a Group of Armies, and later as Chief of the Cabinet of the Undersecretary of State for the Medical Service, by his broad-minded treatment of all important questions arising with regard to hospitalization, and by his earnest cooperation with our Medical Service in all matters affecting the furtherance of efficiency in the care of our sick and wounded, Medical Inspector Rouget has rendered services of an important character to the American Expeditionary Forces. He at all times gave ready assistance to the limit of his power, in all important medical matters which constantly came under his extensive jurisdictions. He rendered services of great consequence to the American Expeditionary Forces.

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  War Department, General Orders No. 39 (1920)
  

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Dr. P. Roux, a French civilian, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during World War I, as Professor, Medical Inspector, French Director of Pasteur Institute, Paris, France. By his untiring zeal and devotion to the promotion of efficient treatment of the American sick and wounded, and by his earnest cooperation with the Medical Service of the American Expeditionary Forces in important research work, the inroads of disease and infections from wounds among Americans were curtailed. By his eminent skill in scientific research in the field of