- SURNAME
LaFrenz
- FORENAME
Matthew
- UNIT
75 Ranger Regiment (A Company 1 Bn)
- RANK
Sergeant
- NUMBER
- AWARD
Silver Star
- PLACE
Afghanistan 2002 (Op.Anaconda)
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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 Sergeant Matthew LaFrenz, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Medical Aidman with 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. Sergeant LaFrenz'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 to the saving of additional lives. In five separate occasions, Sergeant LaFrenz exposed himself to enemy fire while providing medical support to casualties. Sergeant LaFrenz was able to consolidate all casualties within four hours providing aid to nine casualties in an exhausting frigid environment. The gallantry displayed by Sergeant LaFrenz during 18 hours of combat is in keeping with the highest standards of valor. Through his distinctive accomplishments, Sergeant LaFrenz reflected great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.
WEB LINKS:
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/3904
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