Awards

ATTENTION TO ORDERS:
Having successfully completed Ranger Selection and the Ranger Indoctrination Program, the following soldiers have completed the Ranger Career Pathway. These Rangers have completed training in all manner of infantry skills, airborne operations, and air assault operations. They are authorized to wear the Ranger Tab on their uniforms.



First Lieutenant Sam Windeck
Corporal David Dev

Congratulations
Rangers Lead the Way!​

Cavalry Centurion Medal



For Participation in Two Hundred Operations


Is Awarded To:

Charlie Company, 2-7
Major Jareck Hollenshead


Congratulations Centurion!​

Bronze Star Medal with Valor

Corporal Michael Connelly
While serving under Bandit 1 during Operation Twilight Angel, Corporal Michael Connelly displayed acts of skill and heroism that went above and beyond the call of duty. Upon being the last non-ambulatory member of the Alpha Fireteam, CPL. Connelly conducted first responder treatment and was crucial in the recovery of both the Bandit-1 leadership element, and ensuring the continuity of the squad during a one-life operation; despite the critical nature of his own wounds. Continuing to perform throughout the operation with an injured leg, CPL. Connelly continued to move with his recovered squad and was critical for ensuring Bandit-1's mission success by laying down consistently accurate 40mm and suppressive fire, continuing to engage targets while sustaining injuries himself. Ultimately, when the squad experienced a second mass-casualty situation, Corporal Connelly successfully recovered his squad mates and provided cover for inbound medical elements. Corporal Connelly, throughout the operation, displayed intrepidity, skill and critical actions that are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon itself and the 7th Cavalry Regiment.

Bronze Star Medal with Valor

Chief Warrant Officer 2 Gavin Abbassi

For heroism and skill while serving as Infidel 1 during Operation Twilight Angel. Chief Warrant Officer 2 Gavin Abbassi coordinated fifteen plus airstrikes, many danger close during the course of the operation. Chief Warrant Officer 2 would often accept an exposed position in order to coordinate,...​

The Silver Star Medal​

Second Lieutenant Alex Mackey

For exceptional leadership of his platoon during Operation Skybreak. Lieutenant Mackey was ordered to split his platoon into two elements on the outskirts of the town of Everon in preparation for an assault. Once the platoon was split, the northern element came under severe, debilitating fire and became largely cut off from the remainder of the rest of the platoon. At the same time, the southern element was taking moderate contact and also had enemy armor advancing directly onto their position. With both elements unable to directly support one another, Lieutenant Mackey stayed with the southern element, personally engaging with enemy forces while also commanding not only the squads in his immediate vicinity, but also coordinating danger close CAS missions, as well as continuing to lead and direct, via radio, the northern element who was in danger of being overrun. Both elements had sustained multiple wounded and KIA and were individually in danger of being rendered combat ineffective. His ability to multitask was integral to the success of this phase of the operation. Had he have been unable to coordinate so many facets of the assault, it is likely that the overall offensive would have stalled and failed. His leadership and command under fire set the example for all officers and bring great credit to himself and the Regiment as a whole.​

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Staff Sergeant Tyler Geki

For exceptional...​

[h=1]Alpha 1-7[/h]
Army Achievement Medal


Warrant Officer 1 Gregory Vercin

Warrant Officer 1 Gregory Vercin is hereby nominated as Warrant Officer of the Month for February 2020 due to his exemplary service as a WO1 for 2/A/1-7. Warrant Officer 1 Gregory Vercin has demonstrated professionalism and dedication by stepping up as Section Leader for the newly reopened Section, C/2/A/1-7. Despite his secondary billet load, Mister Vercin has maintained the finest attendance in the Platoon. He is an example to follow for all Section Leaders in the Company and the 7th Cavalry Regiment. His professional attitude and his dedication to his new Section reflects great credit upon himself, Alpha Company, and the 7th Cavalry Regiment as a whole.

[h=1]Bravo 1-7[/h]
The Army Commendation Medal

Sergeant Carson Wolfman
For NCO of the Month

Sergeant Wolfman's efforts towards leadership development and squad cohesion is something to be admired. He has pushed for and accomplished that almost every trooper from his squad show up in force to multiple events. His dedication to mentoring and nourishing his troopers has not gone on noticed. With clear plans for every trooper. His work is a great example to other SL's and troopers and it holds to the greatest standard of the 7th Cavalry Gaming unit.

The Army Achievement Medal

Specialist John Keenan
For Trooper of the Month

Specialist Keenan has put great effort into improving the morale of the unit through joined gaming. His efforts towards Cavastasi over the last month have brought great unity to his Squad to begin with...​

Arma 3

The Airborne School


Army Senior Parachutist Badge

Class Date: 02/29/2020
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Graduates:

Chief Warrant Officer 2 William Vex
Specialist Matthew Boyd
Specialist Joe Kelly
Private First Class Matt Spiers

Class
ARMA 3 | JMC | 02/29/2020

Congratulations!​

The Expert Infantry Badge


Is Awarded to the following troopers for participating in their first official combat action as a member of the 7th Cavalry

Jordan Chase || Dated: 2020-02-15 || C/1-7
Liam StJohn || Dated: 2020-02-18 || C/2-7
Matthew Land || Dated: 2020-02-16 || C/2-7
Nik Liber || Dated: 2020-02-16 || C/1-7
Robert Biondo || Dated: 2020-02-19 || C/2-7
Tom Damon || Dated: 2020-02-16 || B/1-7

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The Combat Infantry Badge


Is Awarded to the following troopers for participating in their fifth official combat action as a member of the 7th Cavalry

Bethany Derry || Dated: 2020-02-15 || B/1-7
Dan Gilnack || Dated: 2020-02-19 || C/2-7
Desse Little || Dated: 2020-02-19 || C/2-7
Henry Mazinski || Dated: 2020-02-16 || B/1-7
Jack Alvana || Dated: 2020-02-19 || C/2-7
Jeff Stone || Dated: 2020-02-16 || C/1-7
John Baruch || Dated: 2020-02-15 || A/1-7
John Cutts || Dated: 2020-02-19 || C/2-7
Wes Robinson || Dated: 2020-02-16 ||...​

Army Commendation Medal w/ Valor

Is Awarded To

Corporal Sam Fox

For intrepidity in action while serving as an infantryman in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat operations near Chalkeia, Altis on 19FEB20. Corporal Fox distinguished himself as a leader and in an inspiring manner throughout the entire operation. Corporal Fox called out multiple targets and created multiple target reference points that were crucial in the defense of his squad and helped lead to the destruction of multiple enemy infantry. Corporal Fox also skillfully destroyed an enemy mechanized vehicle at over 900m range that was charging his platoon. His combat actions and leadership throughout the operation inspired other troopers within the squad and created further cohesion. Corporal Fox's intrepidity, skill, and quick thinking are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the 7th Cavalry Regiment.

Congratulations!​

Silver Star Medal

Is Awarded To

Sergeant Bryan Borenstein

For heroism in action under direct enemy fire while serving as an infantryman in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat operations in Stratis on the 15th of February. Lancer-2 had taken up a defensive position to hold off an oncoming counterattack. After numerous engagements with mechanized infantry a V-44 Blackfish loaded with paratroopers flew over the objective. Numerous M2 fire and small arms did hardly any damage to it. Sergeant Borenstein took it upon himself to collect a MAAWS and fire it at the Helo. With a direct hit with what would be considered an impossible shot took down the bird and all its crew. Thus saving the entire friendly element from being overwhelmed.


Army Commendation Medal

Is Awarded To

Second Lieutenant Alex Mackey

For intrepidity and skill in leadership while serving as Officer-in-Charge and Infidel in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat operations near Air Station Mike-26 at the Island of Stratis on the 15th of Feruary 2020 . Second Lieutenant Alex Mackey's calm, confident and skillful leadership and execution of the mission was exemplary. He accomplished this mission while simultaneously commanding multiple air and ground elements on four radios. His performance for the duration of the operation is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the 7th Cavalry Regiment.

Congatulations!​

The Soldier's Medal



Is Awarded To

Master Sergeant Austin Schmidt

For immediately coming to the aid of a Cavalry member in need on 16 February 2020 by personally coordinating an urgent counseling session through StackUp.org. Due to the actions of Master Sergeant Austin Schmidt, the member was able to receive appropriate professional counseling services within half an hour of his concerns being made public on the forums. The quick actions, empathy, and decisiveness exhibited by Master Sergeant Schmidt set the example for all senior NCOs and bring great credit to himself and the Regiment as a whole.

Corporal Tyler Couvillion

For coming to the aid of a Cavalry member in need on 16 February 2020 by immediately informing his platoon sergeant, Master Sergeant Austin Schmidt, about the incident, within minutes of onset. This allowed his platoon sergeant to initiate a rapid intervention through StackUp.org which directly provided professional counseling services to the member in need within half an hour of his concerns being made public on the forums. The rapid actions of Corporal Tyler Couvillion set the example for all NCOs and bring great credit to himself and the Regiment as a whole.

Sergeant Bryan Borenstein

For immediately coming to the aid of a Cavalry member in need on 16 February 2020. Sergeant Bryan Borenstein reached out to the member within five minutes of his concerns being made public before following up with him on TeamSpeak immediately afterward to ensure his well-being. The member was able to be connected with professional counseling services shortly thereafter for more definitive care. The Sergeant's empathy and rapid actions speak volumes about his personal integrity...​