S. Harker Active
Sergeant First Class, Spotter
Specialty
Infantryman
Position
Spotter
Unit
Company Sniper Section
Status
Active
Time in service
2 years, 8 months, 5 days
Time in grade
4 months, 3 days
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S3 - Training (Tabs)
- S-3 Ranger Tab Cadre | Infantryman | Active
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S3 - Training (Special Forces)
- S-3 Special Forces Master Cadre | Infantryman | Active
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S3 - Training (Leadership)
- S-3 Basic Leadership Course Instructor | Infantryman | 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 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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| 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 | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
Record Text
"SFC S. Harker has made significant strides in his role as the 1-4 Weapons Leader. Through disciplined leadership and tactical expertise, he has developed the weapons squad into a highly effective and lethal fighting force, consistently proving its capabilities during operations. His performance has demonstrated that he is a vital asset to the unit and fully deserving of the Distinguished Service Medal." ~ CPT E. Gesser
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| Dec 15, 2025 | Army Overseas Service Ribbon |
Record Text
Operation Black Forest
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| Nov 8, 2025 | Meritorious Service Medal |
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| Nov 8, 2025 | Defense Meritorious Service Medal |
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| Aug 1, 2025 | S-3 Staff Shop Badge (Instructor) |
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| May 21, 2025 | Basic Parachutist Badge |
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| May 20, 2025 | Military Free-Fall Master Parachutist Badge |
Record Text
Operation Blood Money |
| May 20, 2025 | Service Stripe |
Record Text
Operation Blood Money |
| May 20, 2025 | Service Stripe |
Record Text
Operation Sunfire |
| May 20, 2025 | Purple Heart |
Record Text
Operation Sunfire |
| May 20, 2025 | Military Free-Fall Master Parachutist Badge |
Record Text
Operation Sunfire |
| May 20, 2025 | Bronze Star |
Record Text
Operation Wolverines |
| May 20, 2025 | Service Stripe |
Record Text
Operation Wolverines |
| May 20, 2025 | Military Free-Fall Master Parachutist Badge |
Record Text
Operation Wolverines |
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| Apr 12, 2026 | Operation Monroe Thunder III | |
| 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 | |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Operation Black Forest IV | |
| Dec 8, 2025 | Operation Operation Black Forest: Mission Operation Black Forest III | |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Operation Operation Black Forest: Mission Operation Black Forest II | |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Operation Black Forest I | |
| Nov 8, 2025 | The people submitted for this award, attended at least one operation in the deployment Operation "Sirocco" and fought for the United States Armed Forces in a campaign against the Al-Muqata Insurgency. |
Operation Sirocco Award
This award was given to Sergeant First Class S. Harker during Operation Sirocco in Afghanistan. |
| Oct 26, 2025 | Operation Sirocco IV | |
| Oct 19, 2025 | Operation Sirocco III | |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Operation Sirocco: 1st SFOD-D Operation I | |
| Oct 5, 2025 | Operation Sirocco I | |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Operation Just Retribution IV | |
| Aug 17, 2025 | Operation Just Retribution II | |
| Aug 10, 2025 | Operation Just Retribution I | |
| Jun 29, 2025 | Operation Homefront IV | |
| Jun 22, 2025 | Operation Homefront III | |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Operation Homefront II | |
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Rank
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| Dec 14, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Promotion Document
SFC S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Sergeant First Class. 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 |
| Oct 25, 2025 | ![]() |
Demotion |
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Promotion Document
SSG S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Staff Sergeant. 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. Oct 25, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Oct 19, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Army Warrant Officer Promotion Document
CW4 S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Chief Warrant Officer 4. As a Warrant Officer in the Armed Forces of the United States Army, you are a citizen-solder, a warrior in the profession of arms, a technical expert of aviation, and unwavering defender of the Constitution and a servant of the nation. A leader of character, you accept unmitigated personal responsibility and accountability to duty, for your actions and those of your subordinates. You lead your service and defend the nation in seamless union with officers of all services. In doing, you willingly take your place in an ancient and honorable calling. Obligated equally to those who have gone before you, those who walk among and those who will follow. Soldiers and military personnel 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. Oct 19, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Sep 7, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Army Warrant Officer Promotion Document
CW3 S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Chief Warrant Officer 3. As a Warrant Officer in the Armed Forces of the United States Army, you are a citizen-solder, a warrior in the profession of arms, a technical expert of aviation, and unwavering defender of the Constitution and a servant of the nation. A leader of character, you accept unmitigated personal responsibility and accountability to duty, for your actions and those of your subordinates. You lead your service and defend the nation in seamless union with officers of all services. In doing, you willingly take your place in an ancient and honorable calling. Obligated equally to those who have gone before you, those who walk among and those who will follow. Soldiers and military personnel 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. Sep 7, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Jul 19, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Promotion Document
SFC S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Sergeant First Class. 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. Jul 19, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
| Apr 26, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Army Non-Commissioned Officer Promotion Document
SSG S. Harker Company Sniper Section 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 Staff Sergeant. 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. Apr 26, 2025 Captain Brock Mason |
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Unit
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Position
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| Mar 10, 2026 | Company Sniper Section | Spotter |
| Feb 8, 2026 | 1st Platoon HQ | Platoon Sergeant - "Raider 1-7" |
| Oct 27, 2025 | S3 - Training (Leadership) | S-3 Basic Leadership Course Instructor |
| Oct 25, 2025 | 1st Platoon, Weapons Squad (Raider 1-4) | Weapons Squad Leader |
| Aug 2, 2025 | S3 - Training (Tabs) | S-3 Ranger Tab Cadre |
| Aug 1, 2025 | S3 - Training (Special Forces) | S-3 Special Forces Master Cadre |
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Qualification
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| Mar 18, 2026 | Breacher School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Advanced Leadership (ALC) School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Basic Leadership (BLC) School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC) School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Sapper School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Ranger School |
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| May 19, 2025 | 68W (Medic) School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Combat Lifesaver School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Drone School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Land Navigation School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Mortar School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Grenadier School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Designated Marksman School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Heavy Weapons School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Machine Gunner School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Military Free-Fall School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Airborne School |
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| May 19, 2025 | Air Assault School |


