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Company E, 1st Battalion, 1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne), US Army JFK Special Warfare Center and School, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Chief Instructor of the Special Operations Communications Systems Maintenance Course. Created first training program for tactical maintenance of satellite radio transceivers in 1996.
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Assigned as Chief Communications-Electronics Project Officer, Fort Jackson, SC. Wrote the technical bid specifications for the 1992 Fort Jackson Telephone System Maintenance Contract.
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
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Served 180 days, not for training, during Desert Storm.
Criteria The Southwest Asia Service Medal is awarded for service in the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west ... The Southwest Asia Service Medal is awarded for service in the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Individuals serving between January 17, 1991, and November 30, 1995, in Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Syria, and Jordan (including their air space and territorial waters) are also eligible; however, they must have directly supported combat operations (e.g., embassy guards are not eligible). 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
Criteria Service must have been performed in support of Operation Desert Storm and the liberation of Kuwait, between 17 January 1991 to 28 February 1991. Eligible areas include: The Persian Gulf, The Red Sea, ... Service must have been performed in support of Operation Desert Storm and the liberation of Kuwait, between 17 January 1991 to 28 February 1991. Eligible areas include: The Persian Gulf, The Red Sea, That portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees north latitude and west of 68 degrees east longitude, The Gulf of Aden or The total areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates In addition, those personnel must have: Been attached to or regularly serving for one or more days with an organization participating in ground and/or shore operations; Been attached to or regularly serving for one or more days aboard a naval vessel directly supporting military operations; Actually participated as a crew member in one or more aerial flights supporting military operations in the areas designated above; or, Served on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days during the qualifying period. Note: That time limitation may be waived for personnel who actually participated in combat operations. MoreHide
Criteria Awarded to members of the Military Coalition who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Persian Gu... Awarded to members of the Military Coalition who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees north latitude and west of 68 degrees east longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. MoreHide
Description While several operations occurred in the geographical areas described above between April 12, 1991, and November 30, 1995, including Operation Provide Comfort (June 1, 1992 – November 30, 1995), OperaWhile several operations occurred in the geographical areas described above between April 12, 1991, and November 30, 1995, including Operation Provide Comfort (June 1, 1992 – November 30, 1995), Operation Southern Watch (August 27, 1992 – April 29, 2003) and Operation Vigilant Warrior (October 14, 1994 – December 21, 1994), these operations were covered under the third campaign, Southwest Asia Cease-Fire. Service in Operations that extended beyond the final campaign date of November 30, 1995 were recognized by awards of either the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal or the Armed Forces Service Medal. Thus, the maximum number of bronze service stars that are authorized to be worn for the Southwest Asia Service Medal's ribbon or streamer is three.... More
Memories Assigned as Chief of Computer Maintenance, 304th Light Equipment Maintenance Company, Combat EquipmeAssigned as Chief of Computer Maintenance, 304th Light Equipment Maintenance Company, Combat Equipment Group Southwest Asia, 22nd Support Command, 3rd US Army, US Central Command, King Khalid Military City, Saudi Arabia. The unit mission was to redeploy the entire assets of the VII Armor Corps following Desert Storm. Served as Adjutant of the 304th and Chief Logistics Automation Officer for Headquarters, Combat Equipment Group Southwest Asia.... More
Criteria The Army Achievement Medal may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces below the rank of colonel who, while serving in any capacity with the Army in a noncombat area, distinguish themselves by outst... The Army Achievement Medal may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces below the rank of colonel who, while serving in any capacity with the Army in a noncombat area, distinguish themselves by outstanding achievement or meritorious service, but not of a nature that would warrant the award of an Army Commendation Medal. MoreHide
Comments Meritorious achievement while serving in a non-combat area: Wrote computer program to manage redeployment of 377th TAACOM from Bright Star '90, to include first field data link between Army and Air F... Meritorious achievement while serving in a non-combat area: Wrote computer program to manage redeployment of 377th TAACOM from Bright Star '90, to include first field data link between Army and Air Force computers. MoreHide
Criteria The Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon is awarded to all members of the U.S. Army Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve) for successful completion of Annual Training o... The Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon is awarded to all members of the U.S. Army Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve) for successful completion of Annual Training or Active Duty for Training for a period not less than ten consecutive days on foreign soil. The service member must be credited with completion of at least ten consecutive duty days outside the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions and territories in the performance of duties in conjunction with Active Army, joint services, or Allied Forces. MoreHide
Criteria The Army Commendation Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement,... The Army Commendation Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or meritorious service. MoreHide
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Meritorious achievement: Wrote computer program to automatically validate the logistical supportability of Army Southwest Asia Operation Plans.
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Assigned as Chief of Automated Data Processing Equipment Maintenance, Electronics Branch, Assistant Chief of Staff for Materiel. Responsible for Army computer maintenance in the US Central Command. Audited computer maintenance and test, measurement and diagnostic equipment maintenance in subordinate units. Audited 1st Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, NC, for clandestine electronic equipment maintenance. Participated in Joint Exercise Gallant Eagle 1986, El Toro Marine Air Station, CA. Promoted to W-2.
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The unit mission was to manage Theater Army Logistics and command the Theater Army Echelon Above Corps for the Joint Task Rapid Deployment Force - Southwest Asia. Served as Chief Army Headcount for Joint Exercise Gallant Eagle 1984 at Fort Bragg, NC. Promoted to Warrant Officer.
Criteria The Armed Forces Reserve Medal is awarded to United States Armed Forces Reserve component members (or former members) who complete (or have completed) a total of ten years service. This service need n... The Armed Forces Reserve Medal is awarded to United States Armed Forces Reserve component members (or former members) who complete (or have completed) a total of ten years service. This service need not be consecutive, if it was performed within a period of twelve consecutive years. For the purpose of this award service as a member of a Reserve component MoreHide
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Assigned as Assistant Classified Document Supervisor, Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel, and as Training NCO, Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel and Adjutant General, Headquarters, 377th Theater Army Area Command, New Orleans, LA. Promoted to E-6. The unit mission was to manage US Army Logistics for a major NATO ground engagement. Participated in 2 exercises: Return of Forces to Germany, 1982, Kaiserslautern, FRG, and Logistical Exercise 1983, Camp Pickett, VA. Reviewed the classified NATO contingency plan for the 21st Support Command during REFORGER 82. Functioned as Chief Combat Loss Personnel Replacement Manager for LOGEX 83.
Criteria The Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal is awarded to personnel in the grade of colonel and below upon completion of four years service since March 3, 1971, with a Reserve Component unit for exem... The Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal is awarded to personnel in the grade of colonel and below upon completion of four years service since March 3, 1971, with a Reserve Component unit for exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity. MoreHide
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Served four years as enlisted in the Army Reserve.
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 Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon is awarded to all members of the U.S. Army Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve) for successful completion of Annual Training o... The Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon is awarded to all members of the U.S. Army Reserve Components (Army National Guard and Army Reserve) for successful completion of Annual Training or Active Duty for Training for a period not less than ten consecutive days on foreign soil. The service member must be credited with completion of at least ten consecutive duty days outside the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions and territories in the performance of duties in conjunction with Active Army, joint services, or Allied Forces. MoreHide
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Served in REFORGER '82 and Bright Star '90.
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Assigned as Drill Sergeant, Troop E, 2nd Squadron, 397th Armored Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armor One Station Unit Training Brigade, 100th Training Division, Georgetown, KY. The unit mission was to take civilians and turn them into Armored Cavalry Scouts in 13 weeks.
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Assigned as Assistant Platoon Leader, 107th Combat Engineer Battalion, 46th Engineer Brigade, as part of the ROTC Cadet Leadership Training Course. Participated in demolition operations, barricade construction, water purification, and portable bridge deployment. Conducted platoon training in landing zone selection and ground control of airmoble operations.
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Trained as Roster 114, Cycle 12-80, 101st Airborne Division Air Assault School, Ft Campbell, KY. Learned airmobile operations, including helicopter rapelling and equipment sling-loading. Ranked 2nd of 80 in cycle until last event: the 10 mile run in full field pack, gear, helmet and rifle. Graduated on the Commandant's List (7th in cycle).
Criteria The Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal is awarded to personnel in the grade of colonel and below upon completion of four years service since March 3, 1971, with a Reserve Component unit for exem... The Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal is awarded to personnel in the grade of colonel and below upon completion of four years service since March 3, 1971, with a Reserve Component unit for exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity. MoreHide
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Exemplary conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during eight years of enlisted service with the Army Reserve.
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Assigned as Operations Clerk, Headquarters, 3rd Battalion, 1st Basic Combat Training Brigade, 3rd US Army Training Center, Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
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
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Exemplary conduct, efficiency and fidelity during one year of active enlisted service with the Army during the Vietnam Era.
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Assigned as Company Clerk, Company C, 6th Battalion, 2nd Basic Combat Training Brigade, 3rd US Army Training Center, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Promoted to Specialist 4 after 3 months.
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Assigned as Company Clerk, Company C, 6th Battalion, 2nd Basic Combat Training Brigade, 3rd US Army Training Center, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Promoted to Private First Class after 2 months.
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Assigned as Basic Combat Trainee, 1st Squad, 1st Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 1st Basic Combat Training Brigade, 3rd US Army Training Center, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Fired second in platoon in the foxhole phase of M-16 rifle qualification. Hit 20 out of 20 targets in the night phase. Finished qualification as an Expert Marksman. Selected to perform as a Viet Cong aggressor in the field training exercise. Completed training two weeks ahead of the rest of the company and assigned as the Training Clerk in company headquarters for the duration of the training cycle. Promoted at graduation to Private E-2.
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
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Honorable active duty service during Vietnam Era and Desert Storm.
Company E, 1st Battalion, 1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne), US Army JFK Special Warfare Center and School, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Chief Instructor of the Special Operations Communications Systems Maintenance Course. Created first training program for tactical maintenance of satellite radio transceivers in 1996.