The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant (MC) William T. Minnick (NSN: 0-6249), United States Navy, for having distinguished himself by a display of extraordinary heroism, coolness and excellent judgment in the performance of duty as a medical officer attached to a small Marine expedition in an engagement near Quilali, Nicaragua, on 30 December 1927. Although slightly wounded, Lieutenant Minnick without regard for his personal safety, courageously circulated amongst the men and by his prompt attention to the wounded undoubtedly saved the lives of many men. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.