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For demonstrated gallantry, heroism, and bravery during an ambush of 2d Platoon, Bravo Company...
"AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT"
While growing up in Oregon, Matthew Zedwick showed an adventurous spirit and an early interest in Soldiering. A budding outdoorsman, he built tree forts and rope swings, climbed and chopped down trees. He describes his childhood as that of "an active kid who didn't care about getting dirty."
As he got older, his passion turned to sports. He excelled in wrestling, base...
Staff Sergeant Matthew Zedwick earned the Silver Star for acts of conspicuous gallantry and courage under fire on 13 June 2004 during a mission in Taji, Iraq.
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SILVER STAR
Established by an Act of Congress in 1918, the Silver Star, which was originally named the Citation Star, is awarded to US Army personnel who demonstrate gallantry in action while
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PURPLE HEART
Awarded in the name of the President of the United States, the Purple Heart is awarded to any member of the US Armed Services for being wounded or killed in any action against enem
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ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL WITH VALOR AND OAK LEAF CLUSTER
This award may be presented to any member of the US Army, with the exception of general officers, or to any member of a friendly nation's Armed Forces, for an act of heroism, extra
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ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL WITH 1 OAK LEAF CLUSTER
This award may be presented to any member of the US Army, with the exception of general officers, or to any member of a friendly nation's Armed Forces, for meritorious service or a
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ARMY GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL
Awarded to any soldier who sets himself apart from his fellow soldiers by exemplary conduct, efficiency, and fidelity while in Military Service.
The medal features an eagle stan
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PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION
Presented to units of the United States Armed Forces, this award is for extraordinary heroism in action against armed opposition. The unit must display such gallantry, and determin
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SUPERIOR UNIT CITATION
The Army Superior Unit Award is presented to units for outstanding meritorious achievement during peacetime, in a difficult mission, under extraordinary circumstances.
Battalion
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COMBAT INFANTRYMAN BADGE
This coveted badge is awarded to a Soldier who meets three requirements. The Soldier must be an Infantryman or a Special Forces Soldier, must be assigned to an Infantry or Special
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EXPERT MARKSMANSHIP BADGE: RIFLE
Gunnery and Marksmanship Qualification Badges: Indicate degree of qualification with a weapon. More than one qualification badge can be worn if recipient has different qualificatio
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SGT Zedwick in "Class A" uniform in-game
SGT Zedwick's "Personal Awards" in-game
SGT Zedwick Action Figure (right side)
SGT Zedwick Action Figure (left side)
