John Carolina RESERVES

Special Warfare Operator Second Class, Reservist

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SO2 John Carolina

BRONZE SQUADRON

SEAL TEAM 18: RESERVES · RESERVIST

RIBBON RACK

Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon

QUAL CASE — UNIT

Rank

Special Warfare Operator Second Class

E-5 | SO2

Assignment

Specialty

5326 - NSW Fighter

Unit

SEAL Team 18: Reserves

(ST18/Reserves)

Position

Reservist

Length in service

Time in service

10 months, 29 days

Time in grade

1 month, 25 days

Awards

Secondary Positions

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Date	Text
Sep 24, 2026	Moved to reserves as requested - No estimated return date	TRANSFER TO RESERVES TRANSFER TO RESERVES — CHANGE OF DUTY STATUS John Carolina, SO2, serving under SEAL Team 18: Reserves as Reservist (5326 - NSW Fighter), has been formally transferred to Reserve status. This action transitions the trooper from active operational duty to a reserve posture while maintaining eligibility for recall, training, and continued service obligations. The member departs active status in good standing and is expected to uphold readiness, discipline, and the standards associated with Tier‑1 affiliation while in the Reserve component.
Sep 14, 2026	Graduated CLS 02-26
Aug 2, 2026	Graduated HAHO\|HALO 01-26
Jul 11, 2026	Graduated COMBAT DIVE SCHOOL 01-26

Date	Award
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 SO2 John Carolina 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.
Jun 1, 2026	Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY	AWARD - US NAVY Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SO2 John Carolina 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
Jun 1, 2026	Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon	AWARD - JOINT Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SO2 John Carolina 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.
Jun 1, 2026	Combat Action Ribbon NAVY	AWARD - US NAVY Combat Action Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SO2 John Carolina 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
Jun 1, 2026	Global War on Terrorism Service Medal	AWARD - JOINT Global War on Terrorism Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SO2 John Carolina 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.
Jun 1, 2026	National Defense Service Medal	AWARD - JOINT National Defense Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SO2 John Carolina 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.

Date	Text
Sep 14, 2026	Operation Anvil Training: Mission Troop Phase 04-26 - SSE Acquisition and Communication
Sep 7, 2026	Operation Crimson Veil: Mission Phase 02-26 - Operation SNAKE SKIN
Sep 7, 2026	24th STS Day 3 TACP Evaluation - SO3 J.Purdy
Aug 29, 2026	Mission Phase 01-26B - Get Gecko
Aug 22, 2026	Operation Anvil Training: Mission 1st Team Phase 05-26 - Jump Practice, Vehicle Interdictions
Aug 2, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 08-26 - Military Freefall (MFF)
Jul 25, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 07-26 - Air Assault & Fast Rope Operations
Jul 18, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX TRAINING PHASE A03-26; ANVIL 2 SQUAD TRAINING
Jul 11, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 06-26 - COMBAT DIVE SCHOOL
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 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

Date	Rank	Type
Sep 4, 2026	Special Warfare Operator Second Class	Promotion	PROMOTION PROMOTION — SO2 John Carolina, has been promoted to the rank of Special Warfare Operator Second Class on Sep 4, 2026. 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.
Dec 1, 2025	Special Warfare Operator Third Class	Promotion	PROMOTION PROMOTION — SO3 John Carolina, has been promoted to the rank of Special Warfare Operator 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.

Date	Unit	Position
Sep 24, 2026	SEAL Team 18: Reserves	Reservist	TRANSFER TO RESERVES TRANSFER TO RESERVES — CHANGE OF DUTY STATUS John Carolina, SO2, serving under SEAL Team 18: Reserves as Reservist (5326 - NSW Fighter), has been formally transferred to Reserve status. This action transitions the trooper from active operational duty to a reserve posture while maintaining eligibility for recall, training, and continued service obligations. The member departs active status in good standing and is expected to uphold readiness, discipline, and the standards associated with Tier‑1 affiliation while in the Reserve component.
Sep 22, 2026	Seal Team 8 "Metal", Iron Troop, 1st Platoon	NSW Assaulter
Dec 1, 2025	ANVIL Troop, First Team	NSW Assaulter	ENLISTMENT ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON John Carolina, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to ANVIL Troop, First Team as NSW Assaulter (5326 - Heavy Assaulter). 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.

Date	Qualification
Sep 14, 2026	Combat Life Saver
Sep 1, 2026	Special Warfare insignia "SEAL Trident"	QUALIFICATION - SEAL TRIDENT SEAL TRIDENT QUALIFICATION & DESIGNATION THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT SO2 John Carolina HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED All required Naval Special Warfare training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the SEAL Trident and is hereby recognized as a qualified operator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU. SIGNED THIS DAY, MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY DEVELOPMENT GROUP ANVIL TROOP
Aug 2, 2026	Military Freefall Parachutist Badge: Basic
Jul 11, 2026	Scuba Diver Badge: Basic