MOS 03 Infantry
0302 Infantry Officer
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS PLATOON COMMANDER, 2ND PLATOON, COMPANY C, 4TH LIGHT ARMORED RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION, 4TH MARINE DIVISION, FROM 3 TO 24 JUNE 2019. DURING THIS PERIOD, STAFF SERGEANT LISTER CONSISTENTLY PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN AN EXEMPLARY AND HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL MANNER. ASSIGNED TO A BILLET NORMALLY RESERVED FOR AN OFFICER, STAFF SERGEANT LISTER LED HIS PLATOON THROUGH THREE LIVE FIRE COMBINED ARMS RANGES, COORDINATING FIRES FROM LAV-25'S, LAV-AT'S, 81MM MORTARS, AND SCOUT SMALL ARMS. DUE TO HIS QUICK THINKING AND ACCURATE ASSESSMENT OF THE SITUATION, THE PLATOON SEAMLESSLY DESTROYED NUMEROUS SIMULATED ENEMY ARMORED VEHICLES AND INFANTRY TEAMS. ADDITIONALLY, HE PERSONALLY COUNSELED TWO DOZEN KEY LEADERS AND MARINES ACROSS THE COMPANY REGARDING MILITARY CAREER PLANS AND A BALANCED CIVILIAN LIFESTYLE OF HIS OWN ACCORD. HIS CONTINUOUS, SELFLESS DRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO THE MEN OF HIS PLATOON AND HAD A PROFOUND IMPACT ON THE OPERATIONS OF THE ENTIRE COMPANY. STAFF SERGEANT LISTER'S UNSURPASSED PROFESSIONALISM AND DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
Corporal Shephard distinguished himself through exceptional skill, discipline, and unwavering dedication by graduating **first in his class** and achieving the highest overall evaluation scores among all participants in an elite and highly demanding training cycle. As the **sole Marine selected to complete and excel in the full spectrum of HECU advanced combat training**, Corporal Shephard consistently demonstrated mastery in small-unit tactics, weapons proficiency, and combat adaptability under extreme and simulated hazardous conditions. His initiative, mental resilience, and leadership potential set him apart from his peers, reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
Sergeant Carroll is an absolute self-starter. He is motivated and trains himself and his subordinates with tenacity. Sergeant Carroll is always actively engaged in the development of his Marines and finds creative ways to teach, train, and mentor them. Sergeant Carroll is a driving force in his squad and within the platoon and is an example to others with his energetic and earnest work habits. He took initiative in seeking leadership opportunities and additional responsibilities beyond his current billet description. In particular, he provided periods of instructions to include, but not limited to, infantry tactics and concepts of maneuver during training aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii and Kahuku Training Area bolstering the company's lethality and survivability. Sergeant Carroll actively seeks to better himself professionally by seeking out opportunities to attend schools and professional training sessions. Sergeant Carroll is recommended for retention and promotion with peers. Sergeant Carroll is ready for more responsibility and leadership opportunities.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
Deployed with the Marine Security Element and Marine Detachment SOTF 511.2 in connection with operations against the enemy in the Philippines, from August 2017 to February 2018.
- CPL Miller consistently maintained a high level of efficiency and continually enhanced the operational effectiveness of his command and gained the respect and admiration of all who associated with him. He demonstrated attention to detail and dedication to duty as well as unfaltering execution of security operations. He displayed outstanding initiative and perseverance despite the extremely adverse conditions and difficulties associated with a high combat ops tempo.
- The integration between Special Operations and Marine Corps elements was flawless during this time due to mission focus, professionalism and flexibility. The six months of uninterupted and vigilant security that he provided for Special Operation forces counterparts and interagency partners allowed them to focus on their assigned liaison and counter terrorism tasks.
- CPL Miller provided over 4,000 hours of base security, 1,400 hours of over night airfield security, more than 1,300 security escorts, and security of six VIP visits, including the U.S. ambassador to the Philippines, Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Pacific Command commander.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
Arriving in March 2023, Cpl Reynolds was sent to 2nd Platoon of Golf Company and was immediately assigned to be the platoon sergeant to leverage his experience as an NCO to mentor the extremely junior platoon. Upon becoming platoon sergeant, he oversaw the platoon's transition from MTX 2-23 into basic infantry skills and preparations for Fire Team Live fire attacks on Range F5 and a marksmanship live-fire training package on K508, during which he was the lead instructor and line NCO for the short bay range.
Cpl Reynolds went to AIMC in late March of 2023 and while at the school promoted to Sgt. He graduated from the course and immediately went to Live-fire platoon attacks on G36 and then again at G27 for BN FEX II a month later. During BN FEX II, his squad was given the most difficult task of seizing the final trench after already supporting the breaching squad that seized the first trench.
Sgt Reynolds continued to serve as squad leader during ITX 5-23 and led over 50 hours of whitespace training aboard Camp Wilson and led his squad on four live-fire ranges including R410A, R400, and the Company live-fire defense. Sgt Reynolds' squad performed exceptionally well and remained adaptable to maneuver on a machine gun bunker that unmasked during consolidation on the platoon's run on R410A.
Upon return from ITX 5-23, Sgt Reynolds attended ISULC and graduated with excellent scores. His development during this course was obvious upon return and he continued to be the senior squad leader that developed the Marines and be a trusted advisor to the platoon sergeant and the platoon commander.
In February of 2024, the battalion departed to Okinawa for UDP-E 24.1, during which Sgt Reynolds was thoroughly impressive. He spent over two months of the deployment as the platoon sergeant, resulting in a seamless transition with respect to both administrative control and tactical readiness. He assisted in the planning and oversaw the execution of the platoon field exercise in TA4A which developed junior leaders to lead squads and teams in tactical scenarios, and trained individual marines in land nav, radios, and camouflage techniques. During the 100km hike in five days, Sgt Reynolds managed timelines, EDL, and personnel as platoon sergeant to ensure the employment and morale of the platoon. As Squad leader during the deployment, he developed and briefed each platoon in the company a PME on counter-vertical assault, increasing the company's ability to accomplish the Stand-in-force mission essential tasks for 3d MARDIV.
Upon return from UDP, Sgt Reynolds continued to serve as platoon sergeant for an additional two months and oversaw the transition of 20 Marines leaving the unit and the integration of 15 Marines into the platoon. He took the initiative to develop training plans and supervised the day-to-day operations of the platoon, ensuring the success of the platoon in the Infantry Immersion Trainer.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
For heroic achievement in the superior performance of his duties while serving as an 0311 Rifleman, Company C, 2d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, in support of Operation JOINT GUARDIAN on June 23, 1999. While conducting a mounted patrol in the vicinity of Zegra, Kosovo, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Lance Corporal Szczesny's element came under sudden and accurate fire from a Serbian sniper ambush positioned in the surrounding high ground. With total disregard for his own safety, Lance Corporal Szczesny immediately oriented himself toward the source of the fire. Despite rounds impacting the deck in close proximity to his position, he effectively suppressed the enemy position with precise fires, allowing his squad to maneuver out of the kill zone and establish a defensive perimeter. His coolness under fire and rapid tactical response were instrumental in neutralizing the threat and ensuring the safety of his fellow Marines without sustained casualties. Lance Corporal Szczesny's steadfast initiative, courageous actions, and total dedication to duty reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
For professional achievement in the superior performance of his duties while serving with Company G, Second Battalion, Ninth Marine Marines, Third Division off the coast of Cambodia on 15 May 1975. Assigned as Rifleman, Lance Corporal Valentine participated in the combat assault against hostile forces located on Koh Tang Island in support of operations to rescue the SS MAYAGUEZ, an American Charter Ship seized by the Khymer Rouge during an act Of international piracy. As the helicopter in which he was embarked approached its designated landing zone, it came under intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire that severely damaged the aircraft, causing it to crash into the surf approximately 100 meters from the beach. Although dazed from the crash, Lance Corporal Valentine courageously exited the downed helicopter and assaulted across the beach to position where the remainder of his unit had established a defensive perimeter. Throughout the day, Lance Corporal Valentine boldly and skillfully manned his position and delivered a steady volume of accurate and devastating fire into the attacking enemy force. When the enemy executed a massive counterattack, Lance Corporal Valentine was painfully wounded. Refusing medical attention he continued to deliver suppressive fire into the oncoming forces. Repeatedly distinguishing himself by his courage and composure under fire, he contributed significantly to the accomplishment of his unit's mission. Lance Corporal Valentine's outstanding professional ability, untiring determination, and steadfast devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the finest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
0311 Platoon Sergeant
Meritorious service while serving as Platoon Sergeant, First Platoon, Company F, Second Battalion, Twenty Fourth Marines, Twenty Third Regiment during Operation Allies Welcome. In this important assignment, Sergeant Buchanan oversaw 1200 Joint Operations Personnel consisting of U.S. Marines, Navy, Army, Department Of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security. For over 100 hours, Sergeant Buchanan served as the Battalion Watch Chief for the 23rd and 24th Regiments Combat Operations Center ensuring a safe and stable environment at Safe Haven Pickett in support of DOD and interagency efforts to resettle the Afghanistan Evacuees. In addition, he organized a variety of rosters, including Close Air Support, Squad Competition, Non-Lethal Course, Lance Corporal Seminar, Corporal Course 1&2, QRF, Combat Marksman Course, MCMAP, Call For Fire, and Land Navigation. Further, he created task organization matrixes ensuring Marines were kept informed and maintained situational awareness. Sergeant Buchanan also instructed the Marines of 1st platoon on various basic infantry skills including light, medium, and heavy machine guns and principles of machine gun employment, the M72 LAAW and AT4 rockets, immediate action drills, MOUT skills including room clearing, hallways, stairs, and exterior movements in an urban setting.
0311 Platoon Sergeant
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS PLATOON SERGEANT, COMPANY F, 2ND BATTALION, 1ST MARINES FROM 25 JULY TO 13 SEPTEMBER 2024. DURING THIS PERIOD SERGEANT MCCOY CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATED EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP, DEDICATION AND PROFESSIONALISM BEYOND THE REQUIREMENTS, EXPECTATIONS AND TRAINING OF HIS RANK. AS A RECENTLY PROMOTED SERGEANT FILLING A PLATOON SERGEANT BILLET, SERGEANT MCCOY EXECUTED 51 DAYS OF TRAINING FOR 33 MARINES ACROSS 3 MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALITES DURING FORCE-ON-FORCE MOUNTAIN WARFARE TRAINING IN BRIDGPORT, CALIFORNIA AND LIVE FIRE AND MANEUVER COMPANY ATTACKS IN TWENTY-NINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA. BETWEEN PERIODS OF FORMAL INSTRUCTION, HE COORDINATED, SUPERVISED AND TAUGHT AN ADDITIONAL 23 HOURS OF MILITARY INSTRUCTION FOR ALL FOX COMPANY LINE PLATOONS ON MACHINE GUN, MORTAR AND ROCKET EMPLOYMENT. HIS PERFORMANCE DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTED TO HIS COMPANY'S MISSION READINESS AND COMBAT CAPABILITIES FOR COMPANY ATTACKS, DEFENSE AND MOUNTAIN OPERATIONS. SERGEANT MCCOY'S DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND IS IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0311 Assistant Patrol Leader
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS APL, 3D PLATOON, FOX COMPANY, 2D BATTALION, 24TH MARINES, FROM 03 JUNE 2026 TO 19 JUNE 2026. CORPORAL MARTINEZ CONSISTENTLY PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN AN EXEMPLARY AND HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL MANNER. HE COMMANDED HIS PLATOON AND EXECUTED ORDERS FROM LEADERSHIP THROUGH DETAILED PRE-COMBAT CHECKS AND PRE-COMBAT INSPECTIONS. WHILE LEADERSHIP WAS TASKED ELSEWHERE, HE MAINTAINED ACCOUNTABILITY OF HIS SQUAD AND OTHER MARINES, PRESERVING GOOD ORDER, DISCIPLINE, AND CONTROL. DURING RANGE OPERATIONS, HE INITIATED AND SUPERVISED TEAMS TO MAINTAIN THE PLATOON'S OPERATIONAL TEMPO, CARRIED ADDITIONAL AMMUNITION AND WEAPONS, AND ENABLED ALL MARINES TO REACH THIRD PLATOON'S COMPANY OBJECTIVE DESPITE EXTREME HEAT AND WEATHER CONDITIONS. HIS ATTENTION TO MARINE WELFARE, MORALE, AND TACTICAL CONTROL DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTED TO MISSION SUCCESS. CORPORAL MARTINEZ'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0311 Team Leader
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS TEAM LEADER, 3D PLATOON, FOX COMPANY, 2D BATTALION, 24TH MARINES, FROM 03 JUNE 2026 TO 19 JUNE 2026. LANCE CORPORAL SOIK CONSISTENTLY PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN AN EXEMPLARY AND HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL MANNER. THROUGHOUT MULTIPLE TRAINING EVENTS, HE STEPPED INTO NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER BILLETS AND LED HIS PEERS WITH CONFIDENCE, MATURITY, AND SOUND JUDGMENT. HE CONSISTENTLY LED HIS FIRE TEAM IN ASSESSING THE BATTLEFIELD AND EXECUTING ASSIGNED MISSIONS. DURING RANGE 400 AND RANGE 410A, HE SERVED AS THE PLATOON NAVIGATION MAN, LEADING 29 MARINES AND ONE CORPSMAN THROUGH THREE BREACHES AND MULTIPLE DANGER AREAS IN SUPPORT OF THIRD PLATOON'S MISSION. HAVING SERVED AS PLATOON NAVIGATION MAN FOR TWO YEARS, INCLUDING BAIT AND ITX, HIS TECHNICAL SKILL AND LEADERSHIP DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTED TO PLATOON READINESS AND MISSION ACCOMPLISHMENT. LANCE CORPORAL SOIK'S INITIATIVE, PROFESSIONALISM, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0311 MAAW Gunner
MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS MAAW GUNNER, 3D PLATOON, FOX COMPANY, 2D BATTALION, 24TH MARINES, FROM 03 JUNE 2026 TO 19 JUNE 2026. LANCE CORPORAL BARBOZA CONSISTENTLY PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN A HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL AND EXCEPTIONAL MANNER. SINCE BEING ASSIGNED AS A MAAW GUNNER, HE HAS REMAINED LETHAL AND RELIABLE WITH HIS ADDITIONAL WEAPON SYSTEM, DEMONSTRATING PRECISION, ACCURACY, AND TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY. FROM MARCH 2025 THROUGH RANGE 410A, HE HAS NOT MISSED A TARGET, PROVING HIS CONSISTENT ACCURACY AND VALUE TO THE PLATOON. HIS PERFORMANCE PROVIDED CRUCIAL ASSISTANCE TO CONDITION SETTING REQUIREMENTS AND DIRECTLY SUPPORTED THE SUCCESSFUL EXECUTION OF PLATOON TRAINING OBJECTIVES. LANCE CORPORAL BARBOZA'S PROFESSIONALISM, DISCIPLINE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0311 Combat Instructor
MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS SQUAD LEADER, INFANTRY PLATOON, WARFIGHTING INSTRUCTOR COMPANY, COMBAT INSTRUCTOR BATTALION AND ENLISTED WARFIGHTING INSTRUCTOR, COMPANY F, THE BASIC SCHOOL FROM JANUARY 2023 TO MARCH 2024. DURING THIS PERIOD, SERGEANT WOELK SUCCESSFULLY TASKED, MANAGED, AND CARED FOR THE WELFARE OF 13 ENLISTED MARINES WHILE PROVIDING INSTRUCTION FOR MORE THAN 3,000 STUDENT OFFICERS OVER THE COURSE OF MANY LIVE FIRE AND BLANK FIRE EXERCISES. FREQUENTLY CHOSEN TO SERVE AS THE AMMUNITION NCO, HE ACCOUNTED FOR MORE THAN $200,000 WORTH OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES WITHOUT INCIDENT. IN ADDITION, HE WAS SELECTED TO SERVE AS SQUAD LEADER FOR CONGRESSIONAL MARINE DAY 2023, A HIGH VISIBILITY ROLE, WHERE TBS DEMONSTRATES THE CAPABILITIES OF THE MARINE CORPS TO CONGRESSIONAL STAFF. HE DISPLAYED UNPARALLELED TENACITY, OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS, AND A RELENTLESS WILL TO BE THE BEST. FURTHER, HE DEVELOPED AND PROVIDED MORE THAN 50 HOURS OF ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTION ON SQUAD AND PLATOON LEVEL TACTICS AND COMBAT HUNTER SKILLS. SERGEANT WOELK'S DETERMINATION AND COMPLETE DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0321 Reconnaissance Marine
FOR HEROIC ACHIEVEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH COMBAT OPERATIONS AGAINST THE ENEMY WHILE SERVING AS TEAM LEADER, FORCE RECONNAISSANCE COMPANY, II MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE, IN SUPPORT OF OPERATION FREEDOM’S SENTINEL IN FARAH PROVINCE, AFGHANISTAN, FROM 1 OCTOBER 2018 TO 1 APRIL 2019. DURING A MOUNTED PATROL, SERGEANT TRUESDELL'S ELEMENT CAME UNDER A SUDDEN AND INTENSE ENEMY AMBUSH. WITHOUT REGARD FOR HIS OWN SAFETY, AND UNDER HEAVY SMALL-ARMS FIRE, SERGEANT TRUESDELL RECOGNIZED THAT HIS VEHICLE'S GUNNER WAS UNABLE TO RETURN FIRE. REACTING INSTANTLY, HE PHYSICALLY REMOVED THE INCAPACITATED MARINE FROM THE TURRET, ASSUMED CONTROL OF THE WEAPON, AND DELIVERED ACCURATE AND SUSTAINED SUPPRESSIVE FIRE ON THE ENEMY POSITION. HIS DECISIVE ACTIONS ENABLED HIS TEAM TO BREAK CONTACT, MANEUVER TO COVERED POSITIONS, AND PREVENTED FRIENDLY CASUALTIES. SERGEANT TRUESDELL'S COURAGE, SOUND TACTICAL JUDGMENT, AND DEVOTION TO DUTY UNDER FIRE REFLECT CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0321 Reconnaissance Marine
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS TEAM LEADER, MARITIME SURVEILLANCE PLATOON, III MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE.
Corporal [LAST NAME] played a pivotal role in training and advising the 4th Marine Brigade of the Philippine Marine Corps, directly enhancing their maritime sensing and surveillance capabilities. He led the installation and configuration of multiple maritime radar servers that provided real-time vessel tracking and data sharing across numerous island installations, significantly improving the brigade's ability to monitor the Luzon Strait and surrounding maritime approaches. His mentorship developed dozens of Filipino Marines into capable operators, creating a sustained capability that will strengthen regional security for years to come.
In coordination with the Japanese Self-Defense Forces, Corporal [LAST NAME] conducted technical briefs and cross-training events for multiple senior officers and general officers within the maritime section, showcasing U.S. Marine Corps maritime intelligence and sensor integration systems. His ability to translate complex systems into actionable tactics enhanced interoperability and mutual understanding between allied forces.
Corporal [LAST NAME] also worked closely with U.S. Army Electronic Warfare specialists to conduct an experimental assessment of the radar's electromagnetic signature. This joint effort successfully tested the detectability of Maritime Surveillance Platoon's radar systems across the electromagnetic spectrum, providing valuable data that informed future radar employment tactics, improved electromagnetic discipline, and enhanced survivability in a contested spectrum environment. His technical insight and cross-domain coordination strengthened the joint integration of sensing and signature management capabilities across the Indo-Pacific theater.
At the unit level, he trained and mentored over 40 Marines across his company and 3rd Intelligence Battalion during exercises such as Jungle Leaders Course 1-24, Basic Jungle 1-24, Ieshima FEX, Force-on-Force Recon, and Battalion FEX 1 and 2. His instruction transformed junior Marines into technically and tactically proficient operators, raising the standard of excellence across the formation. Through his leadership, Marines within 3rd Intelligence Battalion became recognized for their superior proficiency and combat readiness, directly strengthening the battalion's ability to enhance the Marine Corps' integration of maritime radar, communications technologies, and sensor systems. His efforts played a key role in increasing the battalion's lethality, resilience, and readiness to support operations in both peacetime and combat.
As both Assistant Team Leader and later Fire Team Leader, he created, coordinated, and executed live-fire, jungle warfare, and communications training that significantly increased unit readiness and lethality. He also served as Class Commander for Corporals Course, setting the standard for leadership and professionalism among his peers.
Corporal [LAST NAME]'s participation in joint innovation events, including the MCWL Risk Reduction Event, ALPV event, and collaborations with Tier-1 reconnaissance elements and Army Electronic Warfare specialists, directly advanced the Marine Corps' integration of maritime radar and communications technologies across the Indo-Pacific region. Furthermore, he authored a comprehensive point paper that strengthened the foundation and future evolution of the Littoral Surveillance Platoon, advancing its capabilities in maritime sensing and domain awareness.
Corporal [LAST NAME]'s outstanding leadership, technical acumen, and unwavering commitment to mission success were instrumental in enhancing the operational readiness and reputation of the Maritime Surveillance Platoon. His achievements reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Service. By his exceptional ability, personal initiative, and total dedication to duty, Corporal [LAST NAME] reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
S-3 OPERATIONS CLERK
Sergeant Noah Huntley is enthusiastically recommended for the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for meritorious achievement while serving as the S-3 Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC), Headquarters Company, Intel Support Battalion from June 2021 to May 2024. During this period, Sergeant Huntley distinguished himself with the following significant accomplishments.
From June 2021 to November 2021, Sergeant Huntley provided invaluable support to the Intelligence cell at Intel Support Battalion by meticulously crafting and delivering 3 intel briefs on the Russia/Ukraine war, each meticulously updated on a monthly basis. Through these briefs, Sergeant Huntley imparted critical insights to over 30 Marines, integrating his infantry background to provide a tactical perspective essential for enhancing operational readiness. Additionally, Sergeant Huntley delivered a comprehensive Intel-focused brief of the USS Alabama during the 2021 Marine Corps Ball, enhancing unit knowledge and morale.
In tandem with his role as the S-3 Operations Clerk, Sergeant Huntley demonstrated exemplary leadership by assuming the responsibilities of a CPTR, overseeing the administration of over 10 Physical Fitness Tests (PFTs) and Combat Fitness Tests (CFTs) for the Company, all with minimal support from the I&I staff. Furthermore, he led rigorous physical fitness evolutions during drill periods, ensuring peak performance and readiness for all Company Marines. His meticulous attention to detail extended to the accurate and timely submission of training rosters into MCTIMS, facilitating seamless coordination and evaluation for the Battalion Staff.
Sergeant Huntley's commitment to excellence was further exemplified through his leadership in planning, coordinating, and supervising all 5 field exercises, collectively training 35 Marines. As the lead instructor, he delivered over 90 hours of instruction on critical topics such as land navigation, patrolling, 9-line procedures, CASEVAC procedures, infantry Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), as well as the capabilities of the M16/M4 and M27 weapon systems. His expertise and positive demeanor were instrumental in achieving the objectives of these exercises.
Moreover, Sergeant Huntley's exceptional initiative and foresight were evident in his role as the lead planner for the entire ISB HQ Co training schedule for Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025. Through 7 meticulously organized planning sessions with senior HQ Co leadership and I&I staff, he orchestrated 96 drill periods, marking an unprecedented level of coordination and preparation. His innovative approach to planning not only streamlined operations but also revolutionized the planning process, resulting in improved budget allocation, streamlined orders, and enhanced operational efficiency for over 22 Marines over the course of two years, ensuring fulfillment of their drill requirements. This pioneering planning process, crafted by Sergeant Huntley, serves as the cornerstone for future battalion cohesion, providing a framework for all ISB to align their drill schedules for Fiscal Year 25 during the ISB Operations Summit to optimize unit readiness.
Throughout his tenure at ISB, Sergeant Huntley consistently surpassed expectations, assuming responsibilities typically reserved for senior Staff Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) with remarkable proficiency. His unwavering dedication, superior performance, and steadfast commitment to duty reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
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MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS THE S-3 NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE (NCOIC), HEADQUARTERS COMPANY, INTEL SUPPORT BATTALION FROM JUNE 2021 TO MAY 2024. SERGEANT HUNTLEY PROVIDED INVALUABLE SUPPORT TO THE INTELLIGENCE CELL AT INTEL SUPPORT BATTALION BY METICULOUSLY CRAFTING AND DELIVERING THREE INTEL AND INFANTRY PERIODS OF INSTRUCTION ON THE RUSSIA AND UKRAINE WAR. AS AN S-3 OPERATIONS CLERK, SERGEANT HUNTLEY DEMONSTRATED EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP BY ASSUMING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A CPTR, OVERSEEING THE ADMINISTRATION OF OVER 10 PHYSICAL FITNESS TESTS AND COMBAT FITNESS TESTS FOR THE COMPANY AND LEADING RIGOROUS PHYSICAL FITNESS EVOLUTIONS DURING DRILL PERIODS, ENSURING PEAK PERFORMANCE AND READINESS FOR ALL COMPANY MARINES. SERGEANT HUNTLEY'S COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE WAS FURTHER EXEMPLIFIED THROUGH HIS LEADERSHIP IN PLANNING, COORDINATING, AND SUPERVISING ALL FIVE FIELD EXERCISES, COLLECTIVELY TRAINING 35 MARINES AND RESULTING IN OVER 90 HOURS OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERIODS. SERGEANT HUNTLEY'S EXCEPTIONAL INITIATIVE AND FORESIGHT WERE EVIDENT IN HIS ROLE AS THE LEAD PLANNER FOR THE ENTIRE ISB HQ CO TRAINING SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 AND FISCAL YEAR 2025. THROUGH SEVEN METICULOUSLY ORGANIZED PLANNING SESSIONS WITH SENIOR HQ CO LEADERSHIP AND I&I STAFF, HE ORCHESTRATED 96 DRILL PERIODS. BY HIS EXCEPTIONAL ABILITY, PERSONAL INITIATIVE AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY, SERGEANT HUNTLEY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND UPHELD THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0331 Infantry Machine Gunner
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS THE MACHINE GUN SECTION LEADER, LIMA COMPANY, 3D BATTALION, 23D MARINE REGIMENT, 4TH MARINE DIVISION FROM JULY 8, 2023 TO JULY 22, 2023. DURING THIS PERIOD, SERGEANT GATTIS DISPLAYED A HIGH LEVEL OF TACTICAL AND TECHNICAL EXPERTISE THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF UNITAS 2023. HE CREATED AND CONDUCTED MACHINE GUN EMPLOYMENT AND MACHINE GUN GUNNERY INSTRUCTION TO OVER ONE HUNDRED MEMBERS OF THE COLOMBIAN MARINE CORPS SCHOOL OF INFANTRY INSTRUCTOR CADRE. THIS PERIOD OF INSTRUCTION LAID THE GROUNDWORK FOR NEW MACHINE GUN INSTRUCTION FOR THE COLOMBIAN MARINE CORPS THAT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED BY NEW COLOMBIAN INFANTRYMEN. ADDITIONALLY, HE TOOK IT UPON HIMSELF TO COVER RADIO WATCH DURING THE COMBAT SWIMMING LANE AT UNITAS 2023, WHICH ENABLED MARINES TO PARTICIPATE AS SAFETY OFFICERS IN THE POOL, RESULTING IN THE SUCCESSFUL TRAINING OF OVER 200 MARINES AND PARTNER NATION MILITARY MEMBERS AND INCREASED COHESION WITH PARTNER NATION FORCES. MOREOVER, HE COMPLETED THESE ADDITIONAL TASKS WHILE SIMULTANEOUSLY MAINTAINING THE DAILY TASKS AND DUTIES OF A SECTION LEADER WITH NO SUPERVISION. HIS INITIATIVE INCREASED THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF LIMA COMPANY AND THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS. SERGEANT GATTIS' PROFESSIONALISM, INITIATIVE AND TOTAL DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0331 Infantry Machine Gunner
During operations in the Miribad Valley, PFC Hearst conducted over 20 fire missions, to stop Taliban intimidation of local nationals, which directly led to increased participation in shuras with Provincial Reconstruction Team Uruzgan (PRT-U). Due to the pinpoint accuracy of the fire missions the PRT was able to increase the number of participants by 52. The resulting shuras brought greater security, work, humanitarian aid, and a stronger Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA) influence in the Miribad Valley.
During operations in the Miribad Valley, PFC Hearst served as a 240B Machine Gunner providing over watch for the 10 man dismounted CA element conducting reconnaissance and atmospherics in the area. With PFC Hearst providing over watch, the small element was able to engage with over 120 local nationals, a feat which would have been impossible otherwise.
During Operation Enduring Freedom, PFC Hearst instructed U.S. Navy and Australian armed forces on the capabilities, functions, and employment of the 60mm mortar system. His efforts inspired such camaraderie that the Australian detachment agreed to train the U.S. forces present on the 84mm recoiless rifle system.
0341 Mortarman
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS MORTAR SECTION LEADER, WEAPONS PLATOON, COMPANY E, 2D BATTALION, 25TH MARINES, 4TH MARINE DIVISION FROM 8 JUNE 2017 TO 27 JUNE 2017. DURING THIS PERIOD, SERGEANT PATEL PERFORMED HIS DUTIES IN A HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL MANNER. HE EXPERTLY LED THE EXECUTION OF THE 400 SERIES RANGES BY FAR SURPASSING EXPECTATIONS ABOVE AND BEYOND THE KNOWN PROFICIENCY LEVEL. SERGEANT PATEL PREPARED HIS SECTION FOR THE RIGOROUS DEMANDS OF INTEGRATED TRAINING EXERCISE 4-17 THROUGH A MYRIAD OF INCREASINGLY DEMANDING GUN DRILLS AND EXERCISES THAT LED TO IMPROVING HIS SECTION'S ACCURACY AND TIMELINESS OF FIRES. HIS METICULOUS EFFORTS IN PLANNING THE FIRE SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATED TRAINING EXERCISE 4-17 WERE INSTRUMENTAL TO THE COMPANY'S AND FIRE SUPPORT TEAM'S OVERALL SUCCESS ON THE RANGES. SERGEANT PATEL'S LEADERSHIP AND STEADFAST WORK ETHIC ENSURED MARINES OF THE COMPANY WERE READY FOR VARIOUS MISSIONS TASKED BY TACTICAL TRAINING EXERCISE CONTROL GROUP AND 2D BATTALION COMMAND. SERGEANT PATEL'S UNSURPASSED PROFESSIONALISM AND DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0369 Operations Chief
For outstanding meritorious service while serving as Individual Mobilization Augmentee Detachment Team Lead, Current Operations Division, G-3/5, Marine Corps Installations Command and Marine Corps National Capital Region Command, from September 2022 to August 2025. As Team Lead, a billet typically reserved for a Lieutenant Colonel, Major Reese's sound judgment and initiative were instrumental in leading senior staff non-commissioned officers and field-grade officers alike. Through his foresight and industry, he directed Reserve augmentation to 14 exercises and real-world operations. Most notably, he played an integral role as a watch officer during National Special Security Events such as the 75th North Atlantic Treaty Organization Summit, OPERATION DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN, the 60th Presidential Inauguration, and others. He initiated vital cross-joint team collaboration, which led to the identification of several critical execution gaps. His efforts resulted in additional planning and rehearsals with Joint Team Procession to establish best practices, which proved essential during OPERATION DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN. As Liaison Officer to Joint Task Force-National Capital Region during exercises and operations, Major Reese's exceptional service and diligence ensured unified action through coherent information sharing as he fostered interservice relationships for years to come. Major Reese's distinctive contributions, determination and unwavering dedication to duty reflected great credit on him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Expeditionary Rescue Tactical Recovery Team Leader
FOR HEROIC ACHIEVEMENT WHILE SERVING AS THE EXPEDITIONARY RESCUE TACTICAL RECOVERY TEAM LEADER WITH 2ND PLATOON, FOX COMPONY, 2ND BATTLION, 5TH MARINE REGIMENT SUPPORTING OPERATION INHERENT RESOLVE IN THE AFRICOM THEATER. SERGEANT NORKIEWICZ LED A FIRETEAM OF FOUR MARINES INTO A HIGH THREAT ENVIRONMENT IN ORDER TO EXTRACT TWO PARTNER NATION SOLDIERS THAT HAD BEEN WOUNDED BY A LARGE IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE. SERGEANT NORKIEWICZ PLACED HIMSELF BETWEEN ENEMY FIRE AND THE EXTRACTION LZ, EXPOSING HIMSELF TO ENEMY FIRE IN ORDER TO DRAW FIRE AWAY FROM FRIENDLY FORCES ON THE GROUND AND QUICKLY ESTABLISHED A FIGHTING POSTION, KILLING MUTIPLE ENEMY COMBANTANTS, AND RETURNING TO PARTNER FORCES TO RENDER IMMEDIATE LIFE SAVING CARE. DUE TO HIS ACTIONS, THE TWO PARTNER NATION SOLDIERS LIVES WERE SAVED. SERGEANT NORKIEWICZ' COURAGE, COMMITMENT, PERSERVENCE, AND DEDICATION DUTY TO THE MISSION REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE. THE V DEVICE FOR VALOR IS AUTHORIZED.
0369 Platoon Sergeant
FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS THE PLATOON SERGEANT FOR HEADQUARTERS AND SUPPORT PLATOON, DELTA COMPANY, 4TH RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION, 4TH MARINE DIVISION, FROM 1 JANUARY 2019 TO 26 JUNE 2019. CORPORAL SERRANO DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF WITH HIS MATURITY, INITIATIVE AND CONTAGIOUS CAN-DO ATTITUDE. VOLUNTEERING TO RESPONSIBILITY, HE SUCCESSFULLY ORGANIZED, TRAINED AND LED A PLATOON OF 33 MARINES FROM A DIVERSE ARRAY OF MILITARY DISCIPLINES INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS, SUPPLY, LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTIES. IN DOING SO, HE DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF WITH EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE NORMALLY ASSOCIATED WITH THAT OF A STAFF NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER MUCH SENIOR IN RANK AND GRADE. UNDER HIS LEADERSHIP, THE PLATOON PLAYED A CRITICAL ROLE IN ENABLING 4TH RECONNAISSANCE BATTALIONS ANNUAL TRAINING. HE HAS SERVED AS A PEERLESS EXAMPLE OF NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER LEADERSHIP, NOT MERELY WITHIN THE PLATOON BUT THROUGHOUT 4TH RECONNAISSANCE BATTALION. CORPORAL SERRANO'S INITIATIVE, PERSEVERANCE, AND TOTAL DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
0399 Operations Chief
FOR PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS OPERATIONS CHIEF, MARINE CORPS ADVISOR COMPANY B, FORCE HEADQUARTERS GROUP, MARINE FORCES RESERVE FROM NOVEMBER 2024 TO FEBRUARY 2025. STAFF SERGEANT GORDON WAN DISPLAYED EXCEPTIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFICIENCY AND INITIATIVE IN ENHANCING OPERATIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE READINESS. HE RECORDED TWENTY-THREE EXERCISES AND TWENTY-EIGHT DRILLS FOR TRAINING EVENTS, WHILE DRAFTING AND FINALIZING THE UNIT MCTIMS TRAINING GUIDE TO STANDARDIZE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. STAFF SERGEANT WAN IMPLEMENTED A DOCUMENT APPROVAL PROCESS ENSURING TIMELY SIGNATURES FROM FIFTEEN APPOINTED PERSONNEL AND RESEARCHED ALL TRAINING EVENTS TO UPDATE REFERENCE DOCUMENTS PER COMMANDER'S POLICY. HE SUCCESSFULLY CREATED AND IMPLEMENTED THIRTEEN EVENTS WITH A TOTAL COST OF APPROXIMATELY ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS, WHILE GENERATING OVER SIXTY ORDERS TO SUPPORT UNIT REQUIREMENTS. HIS COORDINATION WITH III MEF, MFR AND RESERVE AFFAIRS SECURED RAPID APPROVAL OF COLONEL VALDEZ'S SHORT FUSE ORDERS. STAFF SERGEANT WAN ALSO COORDINATED A TEAM DRILL THAT INCLUDED TEN ANNUAL TRAINING CLASSES AND MANAGED PHYSICAL FITNESS TRAINING, DEMONSTRATING HIS OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS. HIS DEDICATION REFLECTED GREAT CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF MARINE CORPS AND THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.