William Estel Potts
| William Estel Potts | |
|---|---|
| Major General William E. Potts | |
| Born | December 9, 1935 Nashville, Tennessee | 
| Died | February 29, 2004 (aged 68) | 
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States | 
| Branch | United States Army | 
| Years of service | 1958–1988 | 
| Rank | Major General | 
| Commands | Chief of Ordnance 702nd Maintenance Battalion | 
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War | 
| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal | 
Major General William Estel Potts (December 9, 1935 – February 29, 2004) was a career officer in the United States Army and served as the 22nd Chief of Ordnance for the United States Army Ordnance Corps.