Specialist Roger K. Hollinger Sr., deceased, is being honoured tonight with the acceptance of his medallion by his son, Roger Hollinger Jr. Specialist 4 Hollinger was born in Prattsville and served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. His awards include two Silver Star Medals for gallantry in action, the Bronze Star Medal for exceptionally meritorious combat achievement, and the Army Commendation Medal for valor. Roger Hollinger graduated from Central High School in Little Rock in 1967 and was inducted into the United States Army on March 29, 1968.

Specialist 4 Hollinger distinguished himself through heroic actions, receiving the Silver Star on May 29, 1969, and another on September 4, 1969. The narrative for his second Silver Star reads as follows: while serving as a gunner with Company A, Second Battalion, 34th Armor in the Republic of Vietnam, Company A encountered a large enemy force during a reconnaissance operation. Specialist Hollinger immediately began to engage the hostile positions with devastating fire. As the battle progressed, Specialist Hollinger's main gun malfunctioned. Realizing that it could not be repaired quickly, he secured an M16 rifle and continued to engage the enemy. When a comrade was seriously wounded and pinned down, Specialist Hollinger exposed himself to hostile fire to evacuate his fallen comrade to a safe location. His actions contributed significantly to the success of the mission and the stopping of the enemy force. Specialist Hollinger's bravery, aggressiveness, and dedication are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.