Today, the Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus recognized four Marines and one Sailor for their actions during the Global War on Terrorism at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.
Staff Sgt. Michael Mendoza received a Navy Cross, and Master Sgt. Steven Davis, HM1 Michael Atkinson, Sgt. Nicholas Brandau and Sgt. Edward Huth were each awarded a Silver Star.
"We recognize these individuals for their outstanding actions in the face of incredible danger...you are the lifeblood, the l...egacy, and the history that is the United States Marine Corps." — Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jered T. Stone)
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