Criteria The Silver Star may be awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, is cited for gallantry in action, against an enemy of the United States whil... The Silver Star may be awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, is cited for gallantry in action, against an enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force or, while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party.The required gallantry, while of a lesser degree than that required for the award of a Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, or Air Force Cross, must nevertheless have been performed with marked distinction. MoreHide
Criteria The Bronze Star Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States in a combat theater, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding ac... The Bronze Star Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States in a combat theater, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service not involving aerial flight. MoreHide
Comments Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicle... Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicles," the Army said in its investigation.
Jimmy and the surviving Green Beret yelled out in Arabic that they were friendly, but Abu Tayeh continued firing as he walked among the U.S. trucks.
"While the other soldier maneuvered to gain a better position, Staff Sgt. Moriarty stood and fired his pistol directly" at Abu Tayeh, the Army said. His actions "enabled the remaining soldier to maneuver and engage (Abu Tayeh) and seriously wound him."
The Army said Jimmy acted with great valor by placing himself in harm's way. He was awarded several posthumous decorations, including the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and the Meritorious Service Medal. MoreHide
Criteria The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, kill... The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, killed, or who has died or may die of wounds received in armed combat or as a result of an act of international terrorism. MoreHide
Comments Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicle... Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicles," the Army said in its investigation.
Jimmy and the surviving Green Beret yelled out in Arabic that they were friendly, but Abu Tayeh continued firing as he walked among the U.S. trucks.
"While the other soldier maneuvered to gain a better position, Staff Sgt. Moriarty stood and fired his pistol directly" at Abu Tayeh, the Army said. His actions "enabled the remaining soldier to maneuver and engage (Abu Tayeh) and seriously wound him."
The Army said Jimmy acted with great valor by placing himself in harm's way. He was awarded several posthumous decorations, including the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and the Meritorious Service Medal. MoreHide
Criteria The Meritorious Service Medal may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by outstanding noncombat achievement or by meritorious service to the United States, but not of a... The Meritorious Service Medal may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by outstanding noncombat achievement or by meritorious service to the United States, but not of a degree that would warrant the award of the Legion of Merit. MoreHide
Comments Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicle... Without warning, Abu Tayeh opened fire - killing McEnroe and mortally wounded Lewellen.
"Within seconds of coming under fire, Staff Sgt. Moriarty and another soldier exited the third and fourth vehicles," the Army said in its investigation.
Jimmy and the surviving Green Beret yelled out in Arabic that they were friendly, but Abu Tayeh continued firing as he walked among the U.S. trucks.
"While the other soldier maneuvered to gain a better position, Staff Sgt. Moriarty stood and fired his pistol directly" at Abu Tayeh, the Army said. His actions "enabled the remaining soldier to maneuver and engage (Abu Tayeh) and seriously wound him."
The Army said Jimmy acted with great valor by placing himself in harm's way. He was awarded several posthumous decorations, including the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and the Meritorious Service Medal. MoreHide
Criteria The NCO Professional Development Ribbon is awarded to all enlisted members of the Army to include the Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve), for successful completion of designated... The NCO Professional Development Ribbon is awarded to all enlisted members of the Army to include the Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve), for successful completion of designated NCO professional development courses. MoreHide
Criteria The Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members of the Army who distinguish themselves by exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity during a specified period of conti... The Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members of the Army who distinguish themselves by exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity during a specified period of continuous enlisted active service (normally three years in peacetime). MoreHide
Criteria Individuals authorized the award of this medal must have been deployed abroad for service in the Global War on Terrorism operations on or after September 11, 2001, and to a future date to be determine... Individuals authorized the award of this medal must have been deployed abroad for service in the Global War on Terrorism operations on or after September 11, 2001, and to a future date to be determined MoreHide
Criteria The NCO Professional Development Ribbon is awarded to all enlisted members of the Army to include the Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve), for successful completion of designated... The NCO Professional Development Ribbon is awarded to all enlisted members of the Army to include the Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve), for successful completion of designated NCO professional development courses. MoreHide
Criteria The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service... The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service during the current War on Terrorism. In addition, all members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing between August 2, 1990, to November 30, 1995, are eligible for the National Defense Service Medal. In the case of Navy personnel, Midshipment attending the Naval Academy during the qualifying periods are eligible for this award, and Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen ae only eligible if they participated in a summer cruise that was in an area which qualified for a campaign medal. MoreHide
Criteria Individuals authorized the award of this medal must have participated in or served in support of Global War on Terrorism operations on or after September 11, 2001 and to a future date to be determined... Individuals authorized the award of this medal must have participated in or served in support of Global War on Terrorism operations on or after September 11, 2001 and to a future date to be determined. MoreHide
Criteria The Army Service Ribbon is awarded to members of the Regular Army, National Guard, or Army Reserve for successful completion of initial entry training. In the case of personnel who receive a Military ... The Army Service Ribbon is awarded to members of the Regular Army, National Guard, or Army Reserve for successful completion of initial entry training. In the case of personnel who receive a Military Occupational Specialty identifier based on civilian or other-service acquired skills, the ribbon is awarded upon honorable completion of four months active service. Only one award of this ribbon is authorized, even if an individual completes both officer and enlisted initial entry training. MoreHide