Contributions without MOS will be listed below:
Fire Control Chief, HHB 169th Field Artillery Brigade
SGT Kotowski expertly managed 205 DST missions across Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve, utilizing two digital and three audio platforms across nine distinct CENTCOM AOR locations. He coordinated over 27 high priority targeting requests from S2, verifying the Range and Terminal Velocity specific to the GMLRS and ATACMs munition. His meticulous effort increased the capabilities of commanders throughout CENTCOM with precision munition and lethal options. He played a pivotal role in eight Technical and Tactical rehearsals supporting multiple HIMARS mission sets that include Dynamic, MPAM, and HIRAIN raid cards. He was pivotal when ensuring flawless execution of the fire mission process across multi-branch operations.
Chart Operator
SPC Benitez performed duties as a chart operator, maintaining operational charts and data in support of platoon fire missions; ensured all data was accurately recorded, executed timely updates to charting data with minimal oversight. SPC Benitez assisted in preparing fire support data for training exercises; consistently completed tasks within the designated time frame, meeting required standards of accuracy. Maintained accountability of field artillery charting tools and equipment; ensures minimal loss or damage during field operations. Provided operational support for scheduled training activities by inputting and verifying manual fire mission data; preformed routine task to standard.
Acting FSO
SGT Burnham joined Dragon Company in January and became both company FSNCO and acting FSO until May 2024, assuming the administrative and leadership responsibilities of an officer and an NCO for four months. He participated in the CALFEX in April 2024 where he planned, briefed in a Brigade rehearsal, and executed over 40 fire missions which enabled the success of leader BN throughout the field exercise. Effectively and confidently collaborated with foreign militaries as acting FSO throughout the months of January through June.
Training Room NCO
SM demonstrated exceptional leadership by skillfully reorganizing the management of individual soldiers like a seasoned tactician managing a swarm of flies. SM played a pivotal role in enabling 1st FDC to successfully complete multiple field exercises and Table certifications. SM exemplified excellence as a representative of the Boss Program, ensuring the battery remained well-informed about upcoming events and consistently reaching out to soldiers.
Crew Leader
PFC Allen was instrumental to D BTRY during the BN FTX. Taking it upon himself to lead and take charge, PFC Allen not only conducted the crew drills but also ensured that his crew would succeed administratively. Due to his willingness to accomplish the mission, PFC Allen personally assisted with fueling operations, as well as conducting maintenance and other tasks around the site. PFC Allen took initiative to do tasks that strengthened D BTRY and helped maintain its mission readiness and lethality.
Fire Control Sergeant
SGT Fischbach showed outstanding knowledge while assisting FDC operations as the senior E-5 and maintained composure when faced with complications. He confidently verified AFATDS and Centaur database creation, manual gunnery chart creation, and GST Settings. This allowed quick and effective problem solving when issues threatened the mission and led to a 20 minute occupation, twice as fast as the previous year. This resulted in C BTRY being awarded Top FDC during AT22.
Platoon Sergeant
Staff Sergeant Zeller demonstrated commendable leadership, initiative, and tactical proficiency throughout a Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise with a German tank platoon and American Scout and Tank platoons. As the Platoon Sergeant for First Platoon, Alpha Company, he was responsible for the training, welfare, and performance of 12 soldiers. He performed these duties with consistent skill and dedication. During the live fire exercise, Staff Sergeant Zeller demonstrated expert tactical knowledge and sound judgment, leading his section and, at times, the platoon through various complex and challenging scenarios. For example, when his Platoon Leader's communications failed, Staff Sergeant Zeller stepped up, led the platoon's fires, and communicated reports to the Company Commander. His ability to adapt to changing situations, coordinate with other platoons, and maintain effective communications with higher headquarters contributed significantly to the success of the overall mission. Staff Sergeant Zeller also displayed commendable mentorship and guidance to his subordinates, ensuring that all soldiers were trained, equipped, and motivated to execute their tasks precisely and efficiently.
KATUSA Interpreter
During this period, the professional skill, leadership, and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Park contributed to the effectiveness and success of KATUSA's health management and played a vital role as an interpreter for the Battalion PA and Battalion MEDO in Live Fire Exercises during his tenure in HHB 6-37 FAR, contributing to the successful execution of the combined missions of the U.S. and ROK Army. His actions were in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery "ON THE MINUTE" Regiment, the 210th Field Artillery "THUNDER" Brigade, The 2nd Infantry "WARRIOR" Division and the United States Army.
Squad Lanes Facilitator
PFC Stewart's desire for knowledge and eagerness to succeed in his mission fostered a truly remarkable working environment. He developed a system for securing a lane marking kit to his M113A3, thus enabling his squad to effectively accomplish their mission of initial lane marking through a mine field faster than any other squad in the company. PFC Stewart's resourcefulness and sound judgment combined with his ability to work without supervision contributed greatly to the success of his squad during seven squad lanes.
Joint Terminal Attack Controller, 7th ASOS
As an Air Force Joint Terminal Attack Controller, SrA Mullen provided Close Air Support for the infil of four CH-47 Chinooks in support of Operation Mongoose. In addition to his knowledge and skill set of a Joint Terminal Attack Controller, SrA Mullen provided his knowledge of artillery fire support to Able Company's Joint Forward Observer and Forward Observers. SrA Mullen's knowledge of communications provided for successful communication and passage of pertinent information between Able Company and the Bulldog Brigade TOC over forty kilometers away. SrA Mullen's actions provided for the safe return of Able Company.
Annual Weapons Qualification
For outstanding achievment in support of 1/214 Field Artillery. Your demonstrated leadership and ability to go above and beyond your peers was instrumental to the success of the battalion throughout annual weapons qualification 2011. The long hours and dedication to duty you provided did not go unnoticed. Your professionaism brings great credit upon you, B Battery, the 1/214 Field Artillery Batallion and the Georgia Army National Guard.
