Presentation of the Distinguished Service Medal to Gen. George H. Decker, 12:05PM. Retiring Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General George H. Decker (left), visits with Chief of Staff designate of the United States Army, General Earle G. Wheeler, after receiving the Distinguished Service Medal (DSM); General J. Lawton Collins (center left) stands in background. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.

Presentation of the Distinguished Service Medal to Gen. George H. Decker, 12:05PM. Retiring Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General George H. Decker (left), visits with Chief of Staff designate of the United States Army, General Earle G. Wheeler, after receiving the Distinguished Service Medal (DSM); General J. Lawton Collins (center left) stands in background. Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C. Stock Photo

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