The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Private Francis E. Roland (ASN: 37247764), United States Army, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States while serving with Service Company, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action in Normandy, France, on 5 August 1944. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Private Roland reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.