M. Shen Active
Staff Sergeant, Weapons Squad Leader
Specialty
Infantryman
Position
Weapons Squad Leader
Unit
1st Platoon, Weapons Squad (Raider 1-4)
Status
Active
Time in service
5 months, 11 days
Time in grade
1 month, 26 days
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S1 - Awards & Uniforms
- S-1 Awards/Uniforms Clerk | Infantryman | Active
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S3 - Basic Training
- S-3 BCT/RASP Instructor | Infantryman | Active
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S1 - Recruiting
- S-1 Recruiter
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S3 - Training (Weapons)
- S-3 Heavy Weapons Instructor
- S-3 Machine Gunner Instructor
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S1 - Personnel Clerks
- S-1 Lead Personnel Clerk | Active
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S3 - Training (Leadership)
- S-3 Basic Leadership Course Instructor | Active
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S2 - Intelligence
- S-2 Zeus | Active
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Award
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| Apr 2, 2026 | Army Achievement Medal |
Record Text
"The following individuals in recent months have displayed exceptional contribution and involvement with the unit's operations to the point where I consider these individuals all staple individuals.
Though there are more people who've joined recently that have immediately gotten themselves involved in the helping capacity which HQ notices and appreciates more then you can comprehend.
Through the stages of getting this new unit at the stage it is now from what it was a few months ago, these individuals contributions directly impacted the unit's performance today and I can promise you it isn't unnoticed.
I truly appreciate each of you individuals and wish to continue to see you prosper and enjoy what has been built through collective efforts." ~ MAJ A. Hendrix
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| Mar 31, 2026 | Jump Wings / Jump Instructor |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | Military Free-Fall Parachutist Badge |
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| Mar 30, 2026 | Basic Parachutist Badge |
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| Mar 23, 2026 | Army Commendation Medal |
Record Text
Shen consistently goes the extra mile in creating high-quality uniforms that enhance the identity of our unit. Their dedication, attention to detail, and willingness to support others have made a lasting impact on the experience. Through their work and commitment, they have significantly contributed, making entire uniform batches of the whole unit.
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| Mar 23, 2026 | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
Record Text
The following individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership, a strong presence both in and out of the game, and consistently performed their duties to standard and beyond.
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| Mar 23, 2026 | Army Good Conduct Medal |
Record Text
The following personnel are recommended for the Army Good Conduct Medal for maintaining exemplary standards of professionalism, and conduct throughout their period of service with the unit.
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| Mar 23, 2026 | Army Recruiting Ribbon |
Record Text
These service members have been part of the recruiting team for longer than 30 days.
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| Mar 13, 2026 | Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon |
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| Feb 23, 2026 | Army Overseas Service Ribbon |
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| Feb 13, 2026 | National Defense Service Medal |
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| Dec 15, 2025 | Army Good Conduct Medal |
Record Text
"The following individuals are to be awarded the Good Conduct Medal for exemplary behavior efficiency, and fidelity in active military service" ~ CPT E. Gesser
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| Dec 15, 2025 | Joint Service Achievement Medal |
Record Text
"These two individuals have done nearly all BCT's and Personnel requests respectively. They have contributed a great amount of time to the unit and as such are to be recommended for the JSAM" ~ CPT E. Gesser
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| Dec 15, 2025 | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
Record Text
"CPL M. Shen has been a pleasure to work with. He has consistently demonstrated strong performance by making meaningful contributions to his team’s combat effectiveness and actively seeking opportunities to improve the unit through coordination with staff sections. His leadership and initiative have positively influenced the command climate of both his team and squad, earning him the trust and responsibility of a Squad Leader position." ~ CPT E. Gesser
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| Dec 15, 2025 | Army Overseas Service Ribbon |
Record Text
Operation Black Forest
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| Dec 6, 2025 | Marksman Badge |
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| Dec 4, 2025 | S-1 Staff Shop Badge (Recruiter) |
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| Nov 24, 2025 | S-3 Staff Shop Badge (Instructor) |
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| Nov 13, 2025 | Combat Life Saver Badge |
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| Nov 10, 2025 | Army Service Ribbon |
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| Apr 12, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder III | |
| Apr 5, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder Patrol Operation II | |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder Patrol Operation I | |
| Mar 29, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder II | |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder I | |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Operation Silent Tide | |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Operation Deadfall IV | |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Operation Deadfall III | |
| Feb 1, 2026 | Operation Deadfall I | |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Operation Black Forest IV | |
| Dec 8, 2025 | Operation Operation Black Forest: Mission Operation Black Forest III | |
| Dec 5, 2025 | Operation Operation Black Forest: Mission Operation Black Forest | Patrol Operation | |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Operation Operation Black Forest: Mission Operation Black Forest II | |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Operation Black Forest I |
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Rank
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| Feb 22, 2026 |  |
Promotion | |
| Jan 25, 2026 |  |
Promotion | |
| Dec 14, 2025 |  |
Promotion |
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Promotion Document
CPL M. Shen 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad (Raider 1-4) 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, promoted to the rank of Corporal. As a Non-Commissioned Officer, you are expected to aspire and intern what it means to be a servant while striving to be tactically and technically proficient in all that you do. A Non-Commissioned Officer is a pillar of the community and as such is expected to uphold the numerous responsibilities of their position and enforce the standards of the Unit and Army. Soldiers of a lesser grade are required to obey your lawful orders. Accordingly, you will accept responsibility for their actions. Accordingly, you will accept responsibility for their actions and inactions honoring the traditions and standards of the United States Army in the discharge of your duties. Dec 14, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Dec 7, 2025 |  |
Promotion | |
| Nov 9, 2025 |  |
Promotion |
Army Junior Enlisted Promotion Document
Private PVT M. Shen 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad (Raider 1-4) 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, promoted to the rank of Private. You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the United States Army. Soldiers of a lesser grade are required to obey your lawful orders. Accordingly, you will accept responsibility for their actions. Nov 9, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Nov 8, 2025 |  |
Promotion |
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Unit
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Position
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| Apr 16, 2026 | S2 - Intelligence | S-2 Zeus |
| Apr 14, 2026 | S3 - Training (Leadership) | S-3 Basic Leadership Course Instructor |
| Mar 25, 2026 | S1 - Personnel Clerks | S-1 Lead Personnel Clerk |
| Dec 19, 2025 | S3 - Training (Weapons) | S-3 Heavy Weapons Instructor |
| Dec 19, 2025 | S3 - Training (Weapons) | S-3 Machine Gunner Instructor |
| Dec 14, 2025 | 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad (Raider 1-4) | Weapons Squad Leader |
| Dec 4, 2025 | S1 - Recruiting | S-1 Recruiter |
| Nov 24, 2025 | 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad Gun Team 1 (Raider 1-4A) | Gun Team 1 Leader |
| Nov 24, 2025 | S3 - Basic Training | S-3 BCT/RASP Instructor |
| Nov 11, 2025 | S1 - Awards & Uniforms | S-1 Awards/Uniforms Clerk |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Overflow Platoon | Overflow Platoon |
| Nov 9, 2025 | 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad Gun Team 1 (Raider 1-4A) | Gun Team 1 Rifleman |
| Nov 7, 2025 | Training Platoon | Training Platoon |
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Qualification
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| Apr 4, 2026 | Mortar School |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | Jumpmaster School |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | Land Navigation School |
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| Mar 31, 2026 | Military Free-Fall School |
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| Mar 30, 2026 | Airborne School |
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| Mar 13, 2026 | Basic Leadership (BLC) School |
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| Dec 6, 2025 | Grenadier School |
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| Nov 13, 2025 | Combat Lifesaver School |
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| Nov 12, 2025 | Heavy Weapons School |
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| Nov 10, 2025 | Machine Gunner School |