Steven Ohwo Active Duty
Staff Sergeant, Squad Leader
Specialty
11B
Position
Squad Leader
Unit
Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad
Status
Active Duty
Time in service
1 year, 7 months, 17 days
Time in grade
29 days
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S6 - Communications - Public Affairs Office
- 46Q - Journalist
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| Jun 14, 2025 | Graduated Squad Leader Developmental Course (SLDC) | |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Graduated Alpha Company Annual Rifle Requalification's (ACARR) #25-02 | |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Graduated Advanced Leaders Course (Class 25-01) | |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Graduated Warrior Leaders Course (Class 25-01) | |
| Feb 2, 2025 | Public Affairs Office: Hired as Journalist (46Q) | |
| Feb 2, 2025 | Force Improvement Group: Relieved of duties as Range Safety Officer (11B1H) | |
| Nov 24, 2024 | Attended Airborne School as Safety Officer (Class 24-03) | |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Attended Air Assault School as Safety Officer (Class 24-03) | |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Public Affairs Office: Relieved of duties as Journalist (46Q) | |
| Jul 17, 2024 | Graduated Ranger School with 173rd Airborne Class (24-01) | |
| Jun 6, 2024 | Public Affairs Office: Hired as Journalist (46Q) | |
| Jun 6, 2024 | Force Improvement Group: Hired as Range Safety Officer (11B1H) | |
| May 19, 2024 | Graduated Airborne School (Class 24-02) | |
| Apr 13, 2024 | Alpha Company Rifle Requalifications | |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Enlisted | |
| Nov 19, 2022 | Discharged: General Discharge | |
| Oct 22, 2022 | Graduated Combat Lifesaver Course (Class 22-05) | |
| Oct 8, 2022 | Graduated Squad Designated Marksman Course (Class 22-01) | |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Graduated Driver and Operator Course (Class 22-02) | |
| Sep 17, 2022 | Graduated Air Assault School (Class 22-03) | |
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Award
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| Oct 5, 2025 | Purple Heart (PH) |
Award Document
Purple Heart (PH) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Purple Heart (PH). Awarded: Oct 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
During Shaping Operation 9, SSG Ohwo was filling in as Platoon Sergeant for 1st Platoon when the Platoon headquarters were suddenly surrounded while trying to clear out a section of houses located just to the north of the Mosque in the main city. During a large-scale firefight which included numerous enemy squads and multiple IFVs, all of the platoon headquarters went down to the mass amount of enemy fire, leaving only SSG Ohwo up for most of the fight. While the enemy continued to advance on 1st Platoon’s Headquarters position, SSG Ohwo began dragging any friendly he could see to a wall which he had placed down trenches at as a makeshift temporary CCP. While dragging downed friendly forces, he also was calling in back up from any squads that were nearby and also engaging in firefights with the advancing enemy infantry. During the approximate 10-15 minutes of this continuous battle of dragging friendly forces, patching not only their wounds but also wounds he was taking from the enemy fire, keeping members of Platoon headquarters alive while also taking down a Platoon worth of enemy infantry and an IFV. Throughout the firefight, SSG Ohwo was able to render aid to 4 other members of Platoon Headquarters despite being severely outnumbered to the enemy infantry and vehicles that advanced on his position, taking serious injuries but persevered through the fight until the nearest squad was able to make it to the Platoon HQ’s position for reinforcement. After that squad arrived, they also went down to the numerous enemy IFVs where SSG Ohwo was left only with the Platoon Doc to render aid to over 12 friendly personnel. While critically injured and with major blood loss SSG Ohwo kept CCP secured while drawing the enemy fire towards himself eliminating another squad of enemy infantry while Platoon Doc worked on the many downed friendly forces. Thanks to his work, he was able to save the whole squad and Platoon HQ and organized coordinated efforts with the other squads to eliminate and repel the enemy advancement, saving 1st Platoon’s position.
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| Sep 7, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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: Sep 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Sep 7, 2025 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Award Document
Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM). Awarded: Sep 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
46Q Journalist ; For his consistency of staying on top of what needs to be posted and when it needs posting in a timely manner, and having the additional knowledge to assist with the operations of the Journalist Team.
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| Sep 7, 2025 | Combat Star (3rd Award) |
Award Document
Combat Star (3rd Award) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Star (3rd Award). Awarded: Sep 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Aug 3, 2025 | Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) |
Award Document With Valor "V" Device
Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) medal with Valor "V" Device. Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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: Aug 3, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
During Mission Sparta, Alpha Company faced overwhelming resistance while pushing through a heavily defended town to reach the U.S. Embassy and assist with the evacuation of civilians. Enemy forces, estimated at company strength entrenched in fortified buildings and rooftops, making the route to the embassy a lethal killbox. As 1st Platoon split up to find viable approaches to the objective, First Squad encountered numerous enemy traps as every foot of town reaped a bloody toll in brass and lives. Despite this SGT S.Ohwo continued to lead from the front, his supportive words and commands keeping morale high and his squad focused on the task at hand. Plotting a path nicknamed “Hot Route 1” from the edge of the town into the Embassy Compound. Securing this route allowed for 1st Platoon to break into the Embassy and begin the evacuation of Civilian Assets. Without this route secured 1st Platoon’s efforts to evacuate the Embassy would have not been able to commence jeopardizing the mission.
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| Aug 3, 2025 | Combat Star (2nd Award) |
Award Document
Combat Star (2nd Award) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Star (2nd Award). Awarded: Aug 3, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jul 6, 2025 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Award Document
Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM). Awarded: Jul 6, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
For Excellence in his field while serving as a 46Q Journalist, SGT Ohwo leads by example when continuously looking to pick up extra assignments, contributing greatly to the success of the Public Affairs Office. His resilience is in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military, and reflects great credit upon himself, the Office of Public Affairs, and the 3rd Infantry Division.
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| Jun 8, 2025 | 3rd Infantry Division Combat Unit Patch |
Award Document
3rd Infantry Division Combat Unit Patch Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 3rd Infantry Division Combat Unit Patch. Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTS-M) |
Award Document
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTS-M) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTS-M). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB3) |
Award Document
Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB3) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Infantryman Badge (CIB3). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Overseas Service Bar |
Award Document
Overseas Service Bar Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 | NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV) |
Award Document
NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV). Awarded: May 4, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Apr 7, 2025 | NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV) |
Award Document
NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 NCO Professional Development Ribbon (NCODEV). Awarded: Apr 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Mar 2, 2025 | Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) |
Award Document
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Expeditionary Medal (AFEM). Awarded: Mar 2, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Mar 2, 2025 | European Campaign (ECM) |
Award Document
European Campaign (ECM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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: Mar 2, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Mar 2, 2025 | Valorous Unit Award (VUA) |
Award Document
Valorous Unit Award (VUA) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Valorous Unit Award (VUA). Awarded: Mar 2, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Mar 2, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 | Combat Star |
Award Document
Combat Star Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 Star. Awarded: Jan 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jan 5, 2025 | European Campaign (ECM) |
Award Document
European Campaign (ECM) Staff Sergeant Steven Ohwo 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 |
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| Oct 5, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Scorpion | |
| Sep 21, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Savanna | |
| Sep 7, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Tumbleweed | |
| Aug 24, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sahara (Airborne) | |
| Aug 17, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Thebes | |
| Aug 10, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Crete | |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Athens | |
| Jul 13, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sparta (Airborne) | |
| Jun 29, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Troy | |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Bloodstone | |
| Jun 1, 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 (Airborne) | |
| Dec 1, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Silent Night | |
| Nov 17, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Cookie Fortress | |
| Nov 10, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission SnowAngel | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Candyland | |
| Oct 20, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Snowstorm | |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Frostbite | |
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| Sep 7, 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 Steven Ohwo I do promote them to Staff Sergeant in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Sep 7, 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 |
| 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 Steven Ohwo I do promote them to Sergeant 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 |
| Oct 6, 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 Steven Ohwo I do promote them to Corporal in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Oct 6, 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 |
| Jun 2, 2024 |  |
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Record Text
Promoted to Specialist
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| Apr 7, 2024 |  |
Promotion |
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Promoted to Private First Class
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| Oct 2, 2022 | |
Promotion |
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Promoted to Specialist
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| Sep 4, 2022 | |
Promotion |
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Promoted to Private First Class
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| Aug 21, 2022 |  |
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Promoted to Private Second Class
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Unit
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| May 17, 2025 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Squad Leader |
| Feb 2, 2025 | S6 - Communications - Public Affairs Office | 46Q - Journalist |
| Aug 29, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Fireteam Leader |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Fireteam Leader |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Nov 19, 2022 | Discharged | Civilian |
| Aug 5, 2022 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Fireteam Member |
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Qualification
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| Jun 14, 2025 | Squad Leader Developmental Course Qualified |
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| Apr 12, 2025 |  Qualified with Rifle (XM7): Expert |
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| Apr 12, 2025 | Advanced Leadership Qualified |
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| Mar 16, 2025 | Warrior Leadership Qualified |
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| Jul 17, 2024 | Ranger Qualified |
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| May 19, 2024 | Airborne Qualified |
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| Apr 14, 2024 |  Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert |
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| Oct 22, 2022 | Combat Lifesaver Qualified |
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| Oct 8, 2022 | Squad Designated Marksman Qualified |
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| Sep 30, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Driver/Equipment Operator Qualified |
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| Sep 17, 2022 | Air Assault Qualified |
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| Sep 15, 2022 | Land Navigation Qualified |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Qualified |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Qualified |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert |
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| Aug 21, 2022 | Qualified with GL (M320): Qualified |