- SURNAME
Keating
- FORENAME
Charles Humphrey IV
- UNIT
U.S.N. Seal Team 1
- RANK
Special Warfare Operator First Class (SEAL)
- NUMBER
- DATE OF DEATH
3rd May 2016
- AGE
31
- GRAVESITE
Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, San Diego County, California
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
from Phoenix,Arizona
son of Charles Humphrey III and Krista (nee Joseph) Keating
graduated Arcadia High School,Phoenix 2004
attended Indiana University (2 years)
entered service February 2007
graduated BUD/S 2008
Seal Team 3 2008
award Bronze Star with V
1 tour of Afghanistan
on 3rd tour of Iraq
KIA Tal Isqof, Northern Iraq
posthumous Silver Star
DATE OF DEATH:
03-May-2016AWARD:
https://www.specialforcesroh.com/index.php?threads/keating-charles-humphrey-iv.59284/CITATION:
Silver Star : The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Master Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Charles Humphrey Keating, IV, United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on 4 March 2016, while serving as Senior Enlisted Advisor, Trident 1125A, SEAL Team ONE I in support of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE. Petty Officer Keating's courageous leadership, tactical acumen, and physical courage were the key factors in defeating an assault on friendly lines by more than 100 enemy fighters. After directing partner nation troops in repelling the enemy's initial incursion, he coordinated with the immediate reaction force and continued engaging enemy fighters. He continually exposed himself to enemy automatic weapon, mortar, and rocket propelled grenade fire as he diligently maneuvered between the front and flanks of the defensive fighting position to stop enemy advances and keep friendly forces accurately informed of the unfolding situation. When the enemy attempted to flank his position with a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device, Petty Officer Keating led a team to intercept and neutralize the threat with precise sniper and rocket fire. His personal bravery inspired his comrades to vigorously defend their position and repel the enemy assault. He continued to train partner forces until mortally wounded by enemy fire during a combat engagement on 3 May 2016. By his bold initiative, undaunted courage, and complete dedication to duty, Petty Officer Keating reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
WEB LINKS:
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/307227
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