Montgomery Johnson Active Duty
Warrant Officer 1, Army Aviator
Specialty
153A
Position
Army Aviator
Unit
3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment
Status
Active Duty
Time in service
8 months, 12 days
Time in grade
5 months, 8 days
- This user does not have any secondary positions.
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| Jun 8, 2025 | Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) |
Award Document
Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 Commendation Medal (ARCOM). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
For heroic achievement while serving as an Attack Helicopter Pilot in support of combat operations. CW2 Derrick Frost and WO1 Montgomery Johnson demonstrated exceptional courage and airmanship while conducting close air support for engaged infantry forces under direct enemy fire. With disregard for their personal safeties, the Chief and the Warrant Officer executed multiple attack runs on fortified enemy positions, suppressing hostile fire and enabling the safe maneuver and extraction of ground troops. His actions were instrumental in preventing further casualties and maintaining momentum during a critical phase of the operation. CW2 Derrick Frost and WO1 Montgomery Johnson’s valorous conduct, dedication to mission success, and unwavering professionalism reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
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| Jun 8, 2025 | Combat Action Badge (CAB2) |
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Combat Action Badge (CAB2) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 | Overseas Service Bar |
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Overseas Service Bar Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
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Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 |
| Mar 2, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
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Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 |
| Feb 2, 2025 | U.S. Army Aviator Wings |
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U.S. Army Aviator Wings Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 U.S. Army Aviator Wings. Awarded: Feb 2, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jan 5, 2025 | European Campaign (ECM) |
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European Campaign (ECM) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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) |
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Army Superior Unit Award (ASUA) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Marksmanship Badge (Sharpshooter) |
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Marksmanship Badge (Sharpshooter) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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 (Sharpshooter). Awarded: Nov 23, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Army Service Ribbon (ASR) |
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Army Service Ribbon (ASR) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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: Nov 23, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Nov 10, 2024 | Combat Action Badge (CAB1) |
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Combat Action Badge (CAB1) Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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: Nov 10, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Nov 10, 2024 | Overseas Service Bar |
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Overseas Service Bar Warrant Officer 1 Montgomery Johnson 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: Nov 10, 2024 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
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| Jun 29, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Troy | |
| 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 | |
| Nov 10, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission SnowAngel |
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| Feb 2, 2025 |  |
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 Montgomery Johnson I do promote them to Warrant Officer 1 in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Feb 2, 2025
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 |
| Dec 1, 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 Montgomery Johnson I do promote them to Warrant Officer Candidate in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Dec 1, 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 |
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| Oct 30, 2024 |  |
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| Feb 2, 2025 | 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment | Army Aviator |
| Dec 1, 2024 | 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment | Aviator Trainee |
| Nov 7, 2024 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Crew Chief Trainee |
| Oct 30, 2024 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Crew Chief Trainee |
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Qualification
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| Nov 23, 2024 |  Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Sharpshooter |
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| Nov 23, 2024 | Qualified with GL (M320): Qualified |
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| Nov 23, 2024 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Expert |
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| Nov 23, 2024 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire |
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| Nov 23, 2024 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert |
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| Nov 23, 2024 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Expert |