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Military Experiences
Jan 2002 - Oct 2004
Squad Member
Supported 2-7 Infantry and 3-7 Cavalry by maintaining ground and vehicle based anti-vehicle weapons systems during field training in garrison, training conducted at the national training center and deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Served on the Battalion Honor Guard for approximately six months providing honors to veterans in Georgia and surrounding states. Repaired a HMMVW coolant system utilizing Paracord, 5 gallon water jug and 3-inch tape. Then miraculously locating the battalion rendezvous point without map or radio.
Deployments
(4 years, 5 months)Oct 2006 - Dec 2008
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Installed updated armor, sirens, and IED defeating equipment on HMMVWs
Assisted with motor pool operations
Conducted patrols in and around Baghdad
Sep 2004 - Dec 2005
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Active duty attached to the Missouri National Guard during their deployment
Advised in regard to operations in theater
Served on Battalion QRF
Scored highest on Promotion Board for Sergeant out of all participants in battalion
Jan 2003 - Oct 2003
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Deployed with 3rd Infantry Division during the initial invasion of Iraq.
Monitored and Processed Enemy Prisoners of War
Volunteered to return to Iraq from Kuwait in order to assist with moving the remainder of our battalion for redeployment.
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