Petty Officer First Class Andrew P. Miller, United States Navy, distinguished himself by outstanding meritorious achievement as Military Personnel Division Staff Non-commissioned Officer in Charge, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation INHERENT RESOLVE, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait from 13 May 2024 to 15 May 2024. During this period, Petty Officer First Class Miller performed his demanding duties with exemplary attention to detail, administrative prowess, and utmost professionalism. He spent 48 man-hours, many of which were after-hours, leading the effort in the meticulous organizing, processing and printing of 1,733 pieces of awards correspondence for signature and presentation. His perseverance was instrumental to the issuance of over 400 joint service and combat awards, ensuring that personnel from three downrange units and one local task force received their award recognition prior to their imminent departures from theater. He was the vital link in all awards matters which consisted of proper adherence to the Commander's award policies and the lateral limits for expedited joint and service awards. His actions resulted in one hundred percent completion of the Commander's awards request and saved two weeks of processing time. Furthermore, his flawless management of the Commanding General's Wartime Awards Program resulted in the joint command's ability to conduct a time-sensitive, General Officer task, to recognize and award hundreds of redeploying personnel. The distinctive accomplishments of Petty Officer First Class Miller reflect great credit upon himself, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation INHERENT RESOLVE, the United States Navy, and the Department of Defense.
Meritorious service while serving as the Awards Noncommissioned Officer, 249th Engineer Battalion, United States Army Forces Command, from [start date] to [end date]. Corporal Reissenger's exceptional proficiency and initiative as the Awards NCO directly contributed to the successful processing of 223 awards across the battalion. His expertise and attention to detail ensured all awards were processed accurately and efficiently, maintaining the highest standards of recognition for Soldiers' achievements. Additionally, he selflessly volunteered his personal time to conduct military funeral honors, paying final respects to our Nation's fallen heroes. Corporal Reissenger's extraordinary dedication, technical expertise, and selfless service reflect great credit upon himself, the 249th Engineer Battalion and the United States Army.