- SURNAME
Self
- FORENAME
Nathan E. (Nate)
- UNIT
75 Ranger Regiment (A Company 1 Bn)
- RANK
Captain
- NUMBER
- AWARD
Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" Device
- PLACE
Afghanistan 2002
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
from China Spring, Texas
born Waco, Texas
WIA 4.3.2002 (Op.Anaconda)
CITATION:
Silver Star : The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Nathan E. Self, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Platoon Leader in Company A, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, during combat operations in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, during the period 3 to 4 March 2002, during Operation ANACONDA, in Afghanistan. Captain Self's valorous actions while in direct contact with enemy forces and in the face of extreme duress during the successful rescue of Special Operators contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission and the saving of additional lives. While exiting the aircraft, Captain Self was severely wounded in the thigh. With total Disregard for his well being, he fought to the first covered and concealed position, engaged the enemy with his weapon, gathering remaining combat effective Rangers, and began calling close air support on enemy locations. The gallantry displayed by Captain Self during 18 hours of combat is in keeping with the highest standards of valor. Through his distinctive accomplishments, Captain Self reflected credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.
WEB LINKS:
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/3926
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