ROGER H. HOLLAND, Medical Department, Medical Detachment, 1st Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against the enemy. On 23 November 1944, in Germany, Private Holland, a litter bearer, and three other soldiers volunteered to cross open terrain in the face of enemy artillery, mortar and small-arms fire, to deliver blood plasma to a forward aid station. After successfully passing through enemy fire and delivering the plasma to its destination, Private Holland assisted in the treatment of casualties. When it was learned that one of the casualties was in immediate need of surgical care, Private Holland volunteered to evacuate him over the same route he had previously traveled. Again facing the known dangers of the trip, Private Holland, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, successfully completed his task. It was then learned that Private Holland was suffering from a severe case of pleurisy, with a temperature of 102 degrees. The extraordinary heroism and courageous actions of Private Holland reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.

Mr. Holland resides in New York.