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Sgt. 1st Class William Tomlin
Silver Star Tomlin, of 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, is awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action on April 9, 2007, while serving as scout platoon leader in Afghanistan. He distinguished himself against an enemy force that outnumbered his own by six to one. Tomlin led several dismounted counterattacks against the enemy at the risk of his own life and demonstrated leadership, personal courage, and selfless dedication, the award citation stated. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Afghanistan, Heroes, Military, War on Terror, WOT Heroes
Sgt. 1st Class James Brasher
Silver Star Army Sgt. 1st Class James Brasher’s “daring acts of intrepidity and gallantry in the face of a numerically superior and determined force,†have earned him a Silver Star according to the citation that accompanied the medal. Those courageous acts occurred on Dec. 8, 2007, when Brasher was serving as platoon sergeant for 2nd Platoon, Company A, 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment. The company had been tasked to participate in Operation Mar Kararadad, during which … Read entire article »
Filed under: Afghanistan, Heroes, Military, War on Terror, WOT Heroes
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