MOS 14 Air Defense Awards

Contributions received without a specified MOS will be listed below:

For outstanding achievement while serving as Team Leader, Delta Battery, 6th Battalion, 56th Air Defense Artillery Regiment (6-56 ADAR), Fort Hood, Texas from September 2025 to April 2026. During this period, Sergeant Wright led the fielding and testing of the Fixed-Site Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Integrated Defeat System (FS-LIDS). He assisted in the development of doctrine and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for the Army's first Counter-UAS battery, improving Soldier confidence and defensive capabilities. In addition, he led the first successful FS-LIDS engagements at NTC during Rotation 26-05 and identified possible operational deficiencies. In response, he developed a local OI and preventive maintenance plans for the system's associated equipment, trailers, Sentinel RADAR, and generators, improving system reliability by twenty percent. The sterling accomplishments of Sergeant Wright reflect credit upon himself, the 56th Air Defense Artillery Regiment and the United States Army.

FOR COMMENDABLE SERVICE WHILE ASSIGNED AS A WATCH OFFICER FOR THE 332ND ESFS. CAPT BOLAND'S HARD WORK, SELFLESS SERVICE, AND DEDICATION TO DUTY WERE INSTRUMENTAL TO THE OVERALL SUCCESS OF 1-7 AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY BATTALION, WHICH SET CONDITIONS FOR A PATRIOT MISSILE ENGAGMENT IN JORDAN. HIS ACTIONS ARE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF MILITARY SERVICE AND REFLECT GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF, TASK FORCE DESSERT PANTHER, AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.

Outstanding achievement while serving as Radar Operator, Task Force Associator. During this period, SGT Johnson was astute in notifying the command team at Camp Kismayo and the Radar maintainer at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti that the Radar system was non-mission capable. An action that is normally performed by an E7, SGT Johnson was influential with the command team in requesting and delivering the correct assets and personnel to Camp Kismayo in less than 12 hours. SGT Johnson's swift action resulted in base defense being restored in less than 72 hours, enabling the defense of base personnel against indirect threats.

For exceptional performance during the preparation and relocation of Bravo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 265th Air Defense Artillery from Ft. Myers, Florida to Camp Shelby, Mississippi, in support of the 53rd IBCT XCTC. Staff Sergeant Borowicz demonstrated exemplary leadership and organizational skills by overseeing the successful transportation of 18 vehicles, nine trailers, and four tricon containers, amounting to a property book worth $28 million. Her diligent coordination with the civilian line haul company and support to the Executive Officer and Unit Movement Officer ensured seamless logistics and transportation operations. Staff Sergeant Borowicz's outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication significantly contributed to the mission's success and reflect great credit upon herself, the 3-265 ADA Battalion and the United States Army.

SPC Murphy demonstrated remarkable proficiency and precision as a Launcher Crewmember, 2-43 ADA, during the recent M4 range qualification, achieving a perfect score of 40 out of 40. This exceptional performance underscores not only his dedication to mastering marksmanship skills but also his disciplined approach to training and readiness. His achievement serves as an inspiration to fellow soldiers, highlighting the importance of meticulous training and dedication in mastering essential military skills.

Meritorious service while serving as Air Defense Battle Management System Operator, Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 2nd Multi-Domain Task Force (2d MDTF). During this period, CPL Linda C. Drake demonstrated exceptional Air and Missile Defense system knowledge leading up to and executing AUSTERE CHALLENGE ’24. Her efforts enabled the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Multi-Domain Task Force, to achieve mission success. CPL Drake exhibited exceptional vigilance and dedication to duty during the exercise. Working in the ADOC, she was able to provide the Commanders COP by connecting the AMDWS, TAIS, and CDLI to the ADSI and brief daily reports to the S3. Her contributions enhanced 2d MDTF operations and further assisted with identifying 2d MDTF capabilities.

SPC Parker L. Pratt distinguished himself as a Battle Systems Operator, 173D, HHC Brigade. He facilitated seamless coordination with 4-319, 12th CAB, 41ST Field Artillery BDE, and SETAF ADAM cells, demonstrating exemplary interagency collaboration. As a 14G, he exhibited outstanding technical proficiency, mastering the intricacies of the role and utilizing expertise to enhance the unit's capabilities. He adeptly performed tasks associated with the responsibilities of a 140A, Air and Missile Defense System Integrator Warrant Officer. In addition, he assumed the responsibilities of a senior NCO, demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities and initiative by maintaining a proactive stance in threat analysis and consistently keeping the brigade Stinger teams informed about potential future threats.

Specialist (SPC) David Whitney, LPWS Crew Member, 1-163rd DET 1, was instrumental in position improvement. He took the initiative and stepped up to rearrange the Area of Operations (AO) for the weapon system, Phoenix. The improvements to the Phoenix AO made it easier to stage mail, relax while not on shift, and made it easier for RDC crews to do their remedial training. SPC Whiney took charge of the cleanliness of the AO and held others accountable for not picking up after themselves. Without SPC Whitney, the AO would have been littered with trash and other items not needed. Additionally, he always monitored both the Harris Radio and the TOCNET and when another gun had issues with the TOCNET, he would personally call that crew and help them troubleshoot their radio.