Michael Herez Active Duty
Specialist, Fireteam Member
Specialty
19D
Position
Fireteam Member
Unit
Alpha Company, Second Platoon, First Squad
Status
Active Duty
Time in service
10 months, 10 days
Time in grade
7 months, 8 days
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S3 - Operations - Force Improvement Group
- 11B1H - Range Safety Officer
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| Jul 12, 2025 | Graduated Warrior Leadership Course 25-02 | |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Attended SDM Course #25-02 as Co-Instructor | |
| Jun 18, 2025 | Attended 68W Combat Medic School 25-03 as Co-Instructor | |
| May 31, 2025 | Graduated Air Assault School (Class 25-02) | |
| May 4, 2025 | Attended Combat Life Saver Course as Co-Instructor (Class 25-02) | |
| Apr 13, 2025 | Graduated Airborne School (Class 25-02) | |
| Apr 6, 2025 | Attended Land Navigation Course as Co-Instructor (Class 25-02) | |
| Apr 5, 2025 | Graduated Alpha Company Annual Rifle Requalification's (ACARR) #25-01 | |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Attended KAT Combat Life Saver Course as Co-Instructor (Class 25-01) | |
| Feb 16, 2025 | Graduated Squad Designated Marksman Course (25-01) | |
| Feb 9, 2025 | Graduated 68W Combat Medic School (Class 25-01) | |
| Dec 8, 2024 | Graduated Combat Life Saver Course (Class 24-05) | |
| Dec 8, 2024 | Force Improvement Group: Hired as Range Safety Officer (11B1H) | |
| Oct 12, 2024 | Graduated Land Navigation Course (Class 24-03) | |
| Sep 14, 2024 | Completed One Station Unit Training (Class 24-37) | |
| Sep 7, 2024 | Enlisted as Private Trainee |
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Award
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| Jul 6, 2025 | Army Achievement Medal (AAM) |
Award Document
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Achievement Medal (AAM). Awarded: Jul 6, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
While the section came under sudden sniper fire, SPC M.Herez identified and engaged the threat with decisive action. The enemy was only able to fire three rounds before SPC Herez neutralized the sniper with a single, accurate shot. This rapid response ensured the safety of the unit and demonstrated his high level of marksmanship and composure under pressure. SPC Herez's actions reflect great credit upon himself, the unit, and the United States Army.
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| Jun 8, 2025 | Army Achievement Medal (AAM) |
Award Document With Valor "V" Device
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) medal with Valor "V" Device. Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Achievement Medal (AAM). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
For meritorious service as a cavalry scout with Alpha Company, 2nd Platoon, 1st Squad, during Mission Granite on 18 May 2025 in support of Operation Egyptian Collapse. While clearing a hostile insurgent compound and with the squad leader and medic engaged in casualty care, SPC Herez skillfully provided suppressive fire for his teammates. His precise grenade placement and steadfast assistance enabled the successful neutralization of multiple enemy strong points and facilitated the rapid seizure of a large insurgent cache of weapons and supplies. His dedication to duty and proficiency under fire reflect great credit upon himself, the 3rd Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
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| Jun 8, 2025 | Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-FIG) |
Award Document
Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-FIG) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-FIG). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Air Assault Badge |
Award Document
Air Assault Badge Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Air Assault Badge. Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Overseas Service Bar |
Award Document
Overseas Service Bar Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Overseas Service Bar. Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Combat Action Badge (CAB2) |
Award Document
Combat Action Badge (CAB2) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Combat Action Badge (CAB2). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| May 4, 2025 | Basic Parachute Badge |
Award Document
Basic Parachute Badge Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Basic Parachute Badge. Awarded: May 4, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Mar 2, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM). Awarded: Mar 2, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jan 5, 2025 | Army Achievement Medal (AAM) |
Award Document
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Achievement Medal (AAM). Awarded: Jan 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
Herez has been a solid addition to Warlocks, providing a unique insight into how other nations may utilize tactics. His interest, passion and dedication for improvement of the SDM course is inspiring, and for showing such devotion for the unit he deserves recognition.
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| Jan 5, 2025 | European Campaign (ECM) |
Award Document
European Campaign (ECM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the European Campaign (ECM). Awarded: Jan 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jan 5, 2025 | Army Superior Unit Award (ASUA) |
Award Document
Army Superior Unit Award (ASUA) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Superior Unit Award (ASUA). Awarded: Jan 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM). Awarded: Dec 10, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Combat Action Badge (CAB1) |
Award Document
Combat Action Badge (CAB1) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Combat Action Badge (CAB1). Awarded: Oct 6, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Overseas Service Bar |
Award Document
Overseas Service Bar Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Overseas Service Bar. Awarded: Oct 6, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 14, 2024 | Army Service Ribbon (ASR) |
Award Document
Army Service Ribbon (ASR) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Service Ribbon (ASR). Awarded: Sep 14, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 14, 2024 | Marksmanship Badge (Expert) |
Award Document
Marksmanship Badge (Expert) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Marksmanship Badge (Expert). Awarded: Sep 14, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 8, 2024 | National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) |
Award Document
National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) Specialist Michael Herez The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). Awarded: Sep 8, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sparta (Airborne) | |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Troy | |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Bloodstone | |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sandstone | |
| May 18, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Granite | |
| May 4, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Geode | |
| Dec 8, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Santa's Delivery | |
| Nov 17, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Cookie Fortress | |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Frostbite |
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| Dec 8, 2024 |  |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Michael Herez I do promote them to Specialist in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Dec 8, 2024
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Nov 4, 2024 |  |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Michael Herez I do promote them to Private First Class in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Nov 4, 2024
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 14, 2024 |  |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Michael Herez I do promote them to Private Second Class in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Sep 14, 2024
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 7, 2024 |  |
Promotion |
Record Text
Enlisted as Private Trainee
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Qualification
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| Jul 12, 2025 | Warrior Leadership Qualified |
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| May 31, 2025 | Air Assault Qualified |
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| Apr 13, 2025 | Airborne Qualified |
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| Apr 5, 2025 |  Qualified with Rifle (XM7): Expert |
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| Feb 16, 2025 | Squad Designated Marksman Qualified |
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| Feb 9, 2025 | 68W Combat Medic Qualified |
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| Dec 8, 2024 | Combat Lifesaver Qualified |
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| Oct 12, 2024 | Land Navigation Qualified |
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| Sep 14, 2024 | Qualified with GL (M320): Qualified |
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| Sep 14, 2024 |  Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert |
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| Sep 14, 2024 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Expert |
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| Sep 14, 2024 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert |
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| Sep 14, 2024 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire |
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| Sep 14, 2024 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Expert |