- He developed and facilitated a variety of day, evening, and night events and research projects during the 2021 fiscal year, demonstrating a drive towards excellence.
- He employed an AT4 and successfully destroyed two enemy BMPs that posed a threat to the Company and Platoon, showcasing bravery and exceptional marksmanship skills as the last man standing in his Squad.
- He led a team as a newly promoted Specialist and eliminated eight combatants in his role as the squad designated marksman, setting a high standard for his peers to follow.
- He stepped up as a rifleman for 1st squad, delivering exceptional performance and demonstrating knowledge and skills beyond his position in the mortar platoon.
- He distinguished himself by serving as a Squad Leader, Team Leader, and Rear Detachment NCOIC, showcasing his experience and expertise in small unit tactics.
- He actively participated in six Team and Squad Live Fire Exercises, three Platoon Live Fire Exercises (LFX), and one Operation Atlantic Resolve deployment, contributing to the overall success of the missions.
- He served as the Army Unit Set (AUS) Liaison Officer (LNO) during a tasking to Besmayah, South Iraq, demonstrating exceptional leadership and expertise in Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD).
- He built productive relationships with coalition forces while representing FXL-C during the collection of evidence, fostering collaboration and cooperation in joint operations.
- He developed a driver training program that included preventative maintenance checks and services, resulting in a 40% reduction in vehicle failures within six months.
- He consistently maintained a correct security posture, employed individual movement techniques, and demonstrated proper escalation of force, exhibiting sound tactical awareness in all operations.
- He implemented a driver training program encompassing defensive driving, offensive driving, hand signals, and night driving, leading to zero accidents during a nine-month deployment.
- He maintained constant situational awareness and demonstrated the willingness and capability to take control in any given situation, showcasing adaptability and leadership qualities.
- He provided training to 30 Paratroopers on earning the Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) and Expert Soldier Badge (ESB), playing a key role in their success during the train-up.
- He briefed the unit on the symptoms and treatment of heat stroke and demonstrated the treatment of a casualty for a heat injury, enhancing team confidence and promoting safety.
- He developed and delivered a class on operating the AN/PVS-14 monocular night vision device, expanding the team’s capabilities in night operations.
- He served as the driver and gunner for the 120mm Mortar System, delivering timely and accurate indirect fire support for the Speed and Power Brigade during Operation Warrior Strike.
- He assumed a leadership position as the Assistant Gunner for Gun 2 on the weapons squad, providing support for friendly troops in capturing an objective.
- He displayed exceptional talent and skill as an Ammo Bearer and Assistant Gunner in Hatchet Headquarters Company, 2-4 IN Battalion, contributing to the overall success of the unit.
- He provided leadership to three Soldiers responsible for base security at Camp Stevenson, ensuring the security and safety of the camp around the clock.
- He gained proficiency in tower operations while serving at BDOC (Base Defense Operations Center) at FOB Dahlke, enhancing his skill set as a sniper.
- He trained other Soldiers on the proper operation of the CROWS (Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station) weapon system, improving safety and operational effectiveness.
- He provided strong and steady support by fire, enhancing the company’s ability to maneuver on the objective and contributing to the overall mission success.
- He trained multiple soldiers on the weapon system, increasing section efficiency and readiness.
- He played a crucial role in finding and destroying enemy vehicles during NTC (National Training Center) exercises, contributing significantly to the unit’s success.
- He instructed his peers on land navigation operations, demonstrating his expansive knowledge of warrior tasks and achieving a 100% pass rate within his team.
- He maintained discipline during 24-hour tower duty operations, setting an example of proper use of infantry tactics and leadership.
- He revitalized the RQ-11 Raven program, increasing readiness by early detection of threats within the area of operation using the RQ-11.
- He trained the unit on RQ-11 Raven operations, resulting in 13 Soldiers in the regiment becoming qualified Raven operators.
- He participated in NTC, Operation Atlantic Resolve, and Squad Live-Fire exercises, contributing to the overwhelming success of Ghost Platoon.
- He continuously mentored Soldiers, enhancing platoon capabilities and readiness for all assigned tasks.
- He trained 13 Moroccan allies in the setup, care, and operation of the M123 Hornet Unmanned Aerial Drone, maximizing the utility of equipment.
- He overcame operational confusion when an obstacle was misidentified as a minefield, quickly adjusting and successfully breaching the wire obstacle while under indirect fire.
- He led a MICLIC (Mine-Clearing Line Charge) team during breach missions supporting TF Rifle, demonstrating outstanding technical knowledge, skill, and leadership as a field-appointed team leader.
- He performed in sync with the team during the Fox Troop Shoot House, playing a vital role in the team’s certification to conduct day and night Urban Operations training.
- He provided overwatch with a Stryker-mounted CROWS 50 caliber weapon system, saving the lives of personnel from 1-3 and HQ sections.
- He engaged multiple enemy combatants in close proximity to friendly forces, resulting in five enemies killed in action (EKIA) and no friendly casualties, showcasing his mastery of the weapons system.
- He conducted over 30 tactical missions in support of Operation Freedom Sentinel, contributing to the safety and effectiveness of Operation Detachment Alpha 7134.
- He served as an Infantry Rifleman, participating in multiple live-fire training certifications and two rotations to NTC, playing an indispensable role in the overall success of the team.
- He performed his duties as a rifleman under stressful combat conditions throughout the current rotation, making significant contributions to the team’s overall success.
- He identified enemy fire control locations within the I Corps demilitarized zone (DMZ) and developed and implemented procedures for the Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol (LRRP) team to suppress enemy fire.
PLATOON SERGEANT NCOER EXAMPLES
Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting security measures, individual movement techniques, and the escalation of…