John Brewer ACTIVE

Petty Officer Second Class, Senior Assaulter

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Rank

Petty Officer Second Class

E-5 | PO2

Assignment

Specialty

5326 - Team 2IC

Unit

ANVIL Troop, First Team

(A/1-Team)

Position

Senior Assaulter

Length in service

Time in service

8 months, 14 days

Time in grade

8 months, 13 days

Last report in

12 Aug 2026 at 5:28 PM EDT

Awards

Secondary Positions

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Date	Text
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 PO2 John Brewer 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 PO2 John Brewer 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 PO2 John Brewer 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 PO2 John Brewer 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 PO2 John Brewer 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 PO2 John Brewer 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
Aug 8, 2026	Troop Phase 03-26
Aug 2, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 08-26 - Military Freefall (MFF)
Jul 11, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 06-26 - COMBAT DIVE SCHOOL
Jul 6, 2026	Operation 2026 Fun-Ops: Mission LT M. SOWDERS FUN OPERATION - JOINT TASK FORCE ORCUS - OPERATION HOLLOW TIDE
Jun 29, 2026	Operation 2026 Fun-Ops: Mission Capt. Anthems Monthly Fun-Op - Operation Jenga Down Pt. 1 (Alpha Cell)
Jun 27, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 05-26 - Mission Planning & HVT Capture
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 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
Dec 1, 2025	Petty Officer Second Class	Promotion	PROMOTION PROMOTION — PO2 John Brewer, has been promoted to the rank of Petty Officer Second 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
Dec 1, 2025	ANVIL Troop, First Team	NSW - SEAL	ENLISTMENT ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON John Brewer, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to ANVIL Troop, First Team as NSW - SEAL (5326 - Trainee). 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
Aug 2, 2026	Military Freefall Parachutist Badge (HALO/HAHO)
Jul 11, 2026	Scuba Diver Badge