Sondre Gustavsen Active Duty
Specialist, Fireteam Member
Specialty
11B
Position
Fireteam Member
Unit
Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad
Status
Active Duty
Time in service
4 months, 10 days
Time in grade
3 days
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S4 - Logistics - Corps of Engineers
- 12T - Technical Engineer
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Award
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| Oct 5, 2025 | Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCOM) |
Award Document
Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCOM) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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 Commendation Medal (JSCOM). Awarded: Oct 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
For outstanding achievement while serving in S4 - Corps of Engineers, PFC Gustavson distinguished himself through exceptional initiative and technical expertise. In the short time since joining the shop, he immediately immersed himself in Enfusion Workbench development for Arma Reforger. His contributions include the design and implementation of the M17 range, the M320 range, and the M67/Grenade range, all of which will enhance the Division’s training capabilities. Furthermore, he successfully converted the Forward Operating Base created by SPC Scott and CPL Erickson into a reusable prefab, providing S2 with a flexible asset capable of being employed across multiple maps. PFC Gustavson’s rapid integration, self-driven work ethic, and technical skill have greatly advanced the Corps of Engineers’ mission and reflect great credit upon himself, S4, and the 3rd Infantry Division.
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| Oct 5, 2025 | Army Achievement Medal (AAM) |
Award Document
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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: Oct 5, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
For outstanding achievement while serving as Assistant Automatic Rifleman with Second Squad during Shaping Operation 9. PFC Guss demonstrated confidence and proficiency by stepping into the Automatic Rifleman role when required, employing the weapon system with accuracy and effectiveness. In combat, he positioned himself to maximize suppressive fire and provided critical support for his squad. Additionally, he excelled as 3IC by confidently assuming leadership when needed, ensuring continued effectiveness in combat. His initiative, adaptability, and commitment to the mission reflect great credit upon himself, The 3rd Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
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| Sep 7, 2025 | National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) |
Award Document
National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
Norwegian Armed Forces
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| Sep 7, 2025 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Award Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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 |
| Jul 9, 2025 | Army Service Ribbon (ASR) |
Award Document
Army Service Ribbon (ASR) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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: Jul 9, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
Graduated Private One Station Unit Training (July 9th, 2025)
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| Jul 9, 2025 | Marksmanship Badge (Expert) |
Award Document
Marksmanship Badge (Expert) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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: Jul 9, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jul 6, 2025 | Overseas Service Bar |
Award Document
Overseas Service Bar Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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: Jul 6, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Jul 6, 2025 | Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB1) |
Award Document
Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB1) Specialist Sondre Gustavsen 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 (CIB1). Awarded: Jul 6, 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 | |
| Aug 17, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Thebes | |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Crete | |
| Jul 14, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sparta | |
| Jul 13, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sparta | |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Troy | |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sandstone |
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Rank
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| Oct 5, 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 Sondre Gustavsen I do promote them to Specialist in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Oct 5, 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 |
| 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 Sondre Gustavsen I do promote them to Private First Class 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 |
| Jul 9, 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 Sondre Gustavsen I do promote them to Private Second Class in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Jul 9, 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 |
| Jun 1, 2025 |  |
Promotion |
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Qualification
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| Sep 16, 2025 | Land Navigation Qualified |
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| Jul 13, 2025 |  Qualified with Rifle (XM7): Expert |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Expert |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Expert |
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| Jul 13, 2025 | Qualified with GL (M320): Qualified |