Military Veterans

Staff Sergeant Rollie A.J. Wilson served 20 years as an U.S. Army Infantryman, with one tour in Vietnam (1970-1971).

He has been described as a "very dedicated soldier."

A detailed account of Sergeant Wilson's awards/achievements:

•  Meritorious Service Medal

•  Army Commendation Medal, 3rd Award

•  Army Achievement Medal, 2nd Award

•  Army Good Conduct Medal, 6th Award

•  National Defense Service Medal/Ribbons with one Bronze Star, 2nd     Award

•  Vietnam Service Medal, 1 year, Bronze Stars

•  NCO Professional Development Ribbon with Number 3 completed, the Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course

•  Army Service Ribbon

•  Overseas Ribbon with Number 2 (2 overseas tours)

•  Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm

•  Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, Unit Citation

•  Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Clasp

•  Overseas Service Bars with No. 2

•  Expert Infantry Badge (Ft. Carson, CO)

•  Air Assault Badge (Ft. Campbell, KY)

•  Sharp Shooter (Rifle M-16)

•  Jungle Patch (Ft. Sheridan, Panama)

•  Hash Marks (6) Each represents 3 years.

•  Blue Infantry Rope (Represents MOS 11B30/SSG E-6)

Retired with 20 years of service—1974 to 1992)

In addition to one tour in Vietnam, Sergeant Wilson served at:  Ft. Polk, LA; Ft. Carson, CO; Germany; Ft. Campbell, KY; Ft. Richardson, AK; and Ft. Lee, VA.

His various assignments:  Operations Sergeant, USA Log Center, Ft. Lee, VA; 

Staff Sergeant (E-6)

20 Years of Service

Vietnam War—1970 - 1971

Military Occupational Specialty: 36C20 Lineman—11B30