Austin Bills Active Duty
Specialist, Fireteam Leader
Rank
Specialist
Length in service
Time in service
3 years, 6 months, 22 days
Time in grade
8 months, 14 days
Last report in
14 Dec 2024 at 06:26 PM
Assignment
Specialty
11B
Position
Fireteam Leader
Unit
Alpha Company, First Platoon, Third Squad
Status
Active Duty
Secondary Positions
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S1 - Recruiting and Retention
- 79S - Senior Recruiter
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S4 - Logistics - Combat Imaging & Documentation
- 21Y - Uniform Updater
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Date
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Text
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| Jul 17, 2024 | Attended Ranger School with 173rd Airborne as Instructor Class (24-01) | |
| Jun 14, 2024 | Combat Imaging and Documentation: Hired as Uniform Updater (21Y) | |
| Apr 13, 2024 | Alpha Company Rifle Requalifications | |
| Apr 6, 2024 | Intelligence: Relieved of duties as Intelligence Analyst (35F) | |
| Nov 1, 2023 | Force Improvement Group: Relieved of duties as Drill Instructor (11B2H) | |
| Aug 28, 2023 | Intelligence: Hired as Intelligence Analyst (35F) | |
| Aug 28, 2023 | Returned from Leave of Absence | |
| Jul 31, 2023 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 09/02/2023 | |
| Jul 16, 2023 | Graduated Ranger School with 173rd Airborne (Class 23-01) | |
| Jul 8, 2023 | Recruiting and Retention Office: Hired as Senior Recruiter (79S) | |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Recruiting and Retention Office: Hired as Recruiter (79R) | |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Force Improvement Group: Hired as Drill Instructor (11B2H) | |
| Mar 18, 2023 | Graduated Airborne School (Class 23-01) | |
| Feb 25, 2023 | Graduated Expert Infantryman Course (23-01) | |
| Feb 18, 2023 | Alpha Company Rifle Requalifications | |
| Nov 3, 2022 | Public Affairs Office: Relieved of duties as Broadcast Combat Journalist (46R) | |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Public Affairs Office: Relieved of duties as NCOIC (46N) | |
| Sep 28, 2022 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 10/15/22 | |
| Sep 14, 2022 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 09/30/22 | |
| Aug 12, 2022 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 09/13/22 | |
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Date
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Award
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| Dec 10, 2024 |  Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Record Document
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Specialist Austin Bills 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: Tue, Dec 10, 2024 8:02 AM Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Dec 8, 2024 |  Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCOM) |
Record Document
Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCOM) Specialist Austin Bills 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: Sun, Dec 8, 2024 8:00 AM Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
RRO (79S - Senior Recruiter) -For exceptionally meritorious service as a 79S Senior Recruiter in 2024. SPC A. Bills demonstrated extraordinary dedication, professionalism, and initiative in executing his duties and significantly enhancing the readiness of the 3rd Infantry Division. His ability to build relationships within the community and mentor potential recruits showcased his commitment to the Army's mission and values. SPC Bills’ outstanding performance and unwavering dedication reflect great credit upon himself, the 3rd Infantry Division, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.
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| Oct 7, 2024 |  Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-RRO) |
Record Document
Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-RRO) Specialist Austin Bills 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-RRO). Awarded: Mon, Oct 7, 2024 12:51 PM Signed: Major John LaFlash |
| Oct 6, 2024 |  Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Record Document
Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) Specialist Austin Bills 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: Sun, Oct 6, 2024 5:19 AM Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
These two individuals joined the 21Y team in the last month of the second quarter of the year, but have shown their worth during the third quarter by quickly picking up the needed skills to do uniform updating. With their asking of questions about the uniforms, they learned more and more about how uniforms are made and what to look for when needed. These qualities are what keeps the professionalism of the DMOS and the Staff Shop high.
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| Aug 4, 2024 |  North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal (NATO) |
Record Text
Awarded the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal (NATO)
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| Aug 4, 2024 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM)
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| Jul 7, 2024 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM)
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| Jun 3, 2024 |  Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM)
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| Jun 2, 2024 |  Overseas Service Bar |
Record Text
Awarded the Overseas Service Bar
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| Jun 2, 2024 |  Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM)
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| Jun 2, 2024 |  Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB3) |
Record Text
Awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB3)
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| May 6, 2024 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM)
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| Apr 7, 2024 | Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-RRO) |
Record Text
Awarded the Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-RRO)
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| Apr 7, 2024 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM)
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| Feb 5, 2024 |  Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-INTEL) |
Record Text
Awarded the Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM-INTEL)
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| Jan 7, 2024 | Good Conduct Medal (GCM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM)
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| Dec 4, 2023 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM)
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| Dec 3, 2023 |  Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign (IRCM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign (IRCM)
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| Dec 3, 2023 |  Valorous Unit Award (VUA) |
Record Text
Awarded the Valorous Unit Award (VUA)
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| Nov 5, 2023 | Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) |
Record Text
Awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM)
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Date
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Text
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| Dec 1, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Silent Night | |
| Nov 17, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Cookie Fortress | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Candyland | |
| Oct 20, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Snowstorm | |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Benelux | |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Frostbite | |
| Sep 1, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Kalmar Union | |
| Aug 25, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Roman Empire | |
| Aug 11, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Aztec | |
| Aug 4, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Summer Siege | |
| Jul 7, 2024 | Operation Unified Dawn - Altis: (Joint Operation) | |
| Jun 30, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Tower Heist | |
| Jun 9, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission IPA | |
| Jun 2, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Dunkel | |
| May 5, 2024 | Operation Northern Lights - Finland: Mission Lager | |
| Nov 26, 2023 | Operation Crimson Sand - Turkey: Mission Final Blow | |
| Oct 22, 2023 | Operation Crimson Sand - Turkey: Mission True Strike | |
| Oct 8, 2023 | Operation Crimson Sand - Turkey: Mission Ripple Effect | |
| Oct 1, 2023 | Operation Crimson Sand - Turkey: Mission Bull’s Eye (Ranger) | |
| Sep 17, 2023 | Operation Crimson Sand - Turkey: Mission Burning Plateau | |
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Date
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Rank
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Type
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| Apr 6, 2024 | |
Demotion |
Record Text
Demoted to Specialist
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| Jun 4, 2023 |  |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Sergeant
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| Mar 5, 2023 |  |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Corporal
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| Nov 6, 2022 | |
Demotion |
Record Text
Demoted to Specialist
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| May 8, 2022 | |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Sergeant
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| Nov 8, 2021 | |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Corporal
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| Aug 9, 2021 | |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Specialist
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| Jul 4, 2021 |  |
Promotion |
Record Text
Promoted to Private First Class
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Date
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Unit
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Position
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| Nov 3, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Third Squad | Fireteam Leader |
| Oct 5, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Third Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Aug 29, 2024 | S4 - Logistics - Combat Imaging & Documentation | 21Y - Uniform Updater |
| Aug 29, 2024 | S1 - Recruiting and Retention | 79S - Senior Recruiter |
| Aug 29, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Apr 6, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Aug 28, 2023 | Alpha Company | Company Clerk / Intelligence Analyst |
| Jul 31, 2023 | Leave of Absence | Fireteam Leader |
| Jan 8, 2023 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Third Squad | Fireteam Leader |
| Nov 4, 2022 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Third Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Oct 15, 2022 | 3rd Combat Aviation Detachment Headquarters | Aviation Crew Chief |
| Aug 12, 2022 | Leave of Absence | Aviation Crew Chief |
| Apr 19, 2022 | 3rd Combat Aviation Detachment Headquarters | Aviation Crew Chief |
| Feb 6, 2022 | 3rd Combat Aviation Detachment Headquarters | Crew Chief Trainee |
| Sep 17, 2021 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad | Fireteam Leader |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad | Fireteam Member |
| Aug 13, 2021 | Leave of Absence | Fireteam Member |
| Jun 3, 2021 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Second Squad | Fireteam Member |
| May 29, 2021 | 3rd Combat Aviation Detachment Headquarters | Crew Chief Trainee |
| Apr 6, 2020 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Fireteam Member |
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Date
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Qualification
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| Apr 14, 2024 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert | |
| Jul 16, 2023 | Ranger Qualified | |
| Mar 18, 2023 | Airborne Qualified | |
| Feb 25, 2023 | Expert Infantryman Badge Qualified | |
| Feb 18, 2023 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert | |
| Apr 2, 2022 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert | |
| Jan 23, 2022 | Warrior Leadership Qualified | |
| Oct 30, 2021 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Expert | |
| Oct 30, 2021 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Expert | |
| Oct 30, 2021 | Air Assault Qualified | |
| Oct 21, 2021 | Land Navigation Qualified | |
| Sep 15, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Driver/Equipment Operator Qualified | |
| Jul 25, 2021 | 68W Combat Medic Qualified | |
| Jul 16, 2021 | Combat Lifesaver Qualified | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with Rifle (M4A1): Marksman | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with GL (M203): Expert | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Expert | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert | |
| May 29, 2021 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Qualified |