The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Warrant Officer One (WO-1) William Paul Rollins (ASN: W-3160095), United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty on 25 August 1968 while serving as a helicopter pilot with 2d Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, in the Republic of Vietnam. On this date while setting up a night defensive position, Troop E suddenly came under an intense barrage of small arms, automatic weapons, antitank rocket and mortar fire from a hostile force. During the ensuing firefight, an emergency call was made for resupply and Warrant Officer Rollins volunteered to fly in the critically needed ammunition and supplies. With complete disregard for his safety in the face of the intense enemy fire and rapidly approaching darkness, Warrant Officer Rollins brought in the critically needed supplies to the beleaguered troop. In all it took him eight trips to complete the resupply of Troop E, including mail and water. Due to his heroic action Troop E was able to continue with its mission and destroy the enemy elements in the area. Warrant Officer Rollins’ unwavering devotion to duty, disregard of personal safety and deep concern for the lives and welfare of his comrades in arms were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.