Sam Brown ACTIVE
US Navy Petty Officer Third Class, NSW - SEAL - Combat Medic
Specialty
Combat Medic
Unit
Bronze Squadron, ANVIL Troop, ANVIL-1
Position
NSW - SEAL - Combat Medic
Time in service
6 months, 23 days
Time in grade
6 months, 23 days
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Bronze Squadron, JSOC Staff, Training-7
- J-7 : Deployable Training Instructor | Shop Support Staff
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Award
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon |
AWARD - US NAVY
Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Successful completion of a designated overseas assignment in support of United States military operations and objectives during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY DEVELOPMENT GROUP ANVIL TROOP
Record Text
Successful completion of a designated overseas assignment in support of United States military operations and objectives during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY |
AWARD - US NAVY
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Honorable service while deployed in support of maritime and expeditionary operations. Through sustained superior performance, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to operational readiness during overseas deployment during Operation Shadow Convergence SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY DEVELOPMENT GROUP ANVIL TROOP
Record Text
Honorable service while deployed in support of maritime and expeditionary operations. Through sustained superior performance, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to operational readiness during overseas deployment during Operation Shadow Convergence
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon |
AWARD - JOINT
Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Honorable service in direct support of military operations in Afghanistan. Through dedication to duty, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment while deployed in support of combat and contingency operations during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Honorable service in direct support of military operations in Afghanistan. Through dedication to duty, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment while deployed in support of combat and contingency operations during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Combat Action Ribbon NAVY |
AWARD - US NAVY
Combat Action Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Meritorious achievement while actively participating in ground or surface combat against enemy forces. Demonstrating exceptional courage, professional competence, and steadfast determination under hostile conditions during Operation Shadow Convergence SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY DEVELOPMENT GROUP ANVIL TROOP
Record Text
Meritorious achievement while actively participating in ground or surface combat against enemy forces. Demonstrating exceptional courage, professional competence, and steadfast determination under hostile conditions during Operation Shadow Convergence
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Global War on Terrorism Service Medal |
AWARD - JOINT
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Exceptionally meritorious service in support of operations to counter terrorism and protect the security interests of the United States. Through dedicated performance of duty, unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment, and steadfast support of the Global War on Terrorism during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Exceptionally meritorious service in support of operations to counter terrorism and protect the security interests of the United States. Through dedicated performance of duty, unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment, and steadfast support of the Global War on Terrorism during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | National Defense Service Medal |
AWARD - JOINT
National Defense Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT PO3 Sam Brown IN RECOGNITION OF Faithful performance of duty, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to the values of military service during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Faithful performance of duty, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to the values of military service during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 21, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX TRAINING PHASE A02-26; ANVIL 1 SQUAD TRAINING | |
| Jun 12, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase A02-26; Anvil Troop Training | |
| Jun 7, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 04-26 - MOVEMENT & ACTIONS ON THE OBJECTIVE | 2IC STRESS TESTING / LEADERSHIP CONTINUITY | SOAR TRAINING — Training Operation: ENEMY EQUIPMENT DENIAL | |
| May 31, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 03-26 - Medical System Training | |
| May 23, 2026 | Operation 2026 Spin Ups: Mission Deadman's Gambit Part 2 | |
| May 14, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase A01-26; Anvil 1 Squad Training | |
| May 8, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 01-26 | |
| May 2, 2026 | Operation Shadow Convergence: Mission Phase 05-26 - Operation Scorched Veil | |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Operation Shadow Convergence: Mission Phase 04-26 - Operation Silent Ledger |
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| Dec 1, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
PROMOTION
PROMOTION — PO3 Sam Brown, has been promoted to the rank of US Navy Petty Officer Third Class on Dec 1, 2025. This promotion reflects sustained performance, discipline, and the operational aggression expected within a Tier‑1 environment. The trooper has consistently met or exceeded Bronze Squadron standards and demonstrated the capability, maturity, and reliability required to operate at the next level. Promotion is awarded without reservation. |
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| Jun 23, 2026 | Bronze Squadron, JSOC Staff, Training-7 | J-7 : Deployable Training Instructor | |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Bronze Squadron, ANVIL Troop, ANVIL-1 | NSW - SEAL - Combat Medic |
ENLISTMENT
ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON Sam Brown, PO3, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to Bronze Squadron, ANVIL Troop, ANVIL-1 as NSW - SEAL - Combat Medic (Combat Medic). This entry marks the trooper’s acceptance into a Tier‑1 operational element. Enlistment into Bronze Squadron signifies that the member has met the initial standards required for integration into a high‑performance, mission‑focused unit. The trooper is expected to uphold the discipline, professionalism, and operational aggression demanded by Bronze Squadron. |

