Boggs G. Collins

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Boggs G. Collins, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 15 and 16 March 1944. Corporal Collins’ intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.