Kyle Kepner ACTIVE

Overseas Service Ribbon (Short Tour)

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

IN RECOGNITION OF

Successful completion of a designated overseas short tour 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 AIR FORCE

24TH SPECIAL TACTICS SQUADRON

RAVEN DETACHMENT

Air and Space Expeditionary Service Ribbon USAF

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

IN RECOGNITION OF

Honorable service while participating in expeditionary operations in support of United States military objectives. Through professionalism, adaptability, and dedication to mission accomplishment in a deployed or expeditionary environment during Operation Shadow Convergence.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

24TH SPECIAL TACTICS SQUADRON

RAVEN DETACHMENT

Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

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

Combat Action Medal USAF

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

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 AIR FORCE

24TH SPECIAL TACTICS SQUADRON

RAVEN DETACHMENT

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

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

National Defense Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

TSgt Kyle Kepner

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

PROMOTION — TSgt

Kyle Kepner, has been promoted to the rank of US Air Force Technical Sergeant on Jan 16, 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.

ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON

Kyle Kepner, TSgt, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to Bronze Squadron, Supporting Assets, 24th STS, Tactical Air Control Party as Jr. Tactical Air Control Party (JTAC Assistant).

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.