Ares Brooklyn ACTIVE

Selected from Green Team

THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED

All required Green Team training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn a spot on one of the DEVGRU SEAL teams and is hereby recognized as a qualified operator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.

SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 12, 2026

MATTHEW SOWDERS

COMMANDER

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

BRONZE SQUADRON

Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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

Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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

Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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 Ribbon NAVY

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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

PO3 Ares Brooklyn

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 — PO3

Ares Brooklyn, has been promoted to the rank of US Navy Petty Officer Third Class on Jun 12, 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.

PROMOTION — SN

Ares Brooklyn, has been promoted to the rank of US Navy Seaman on Apr 10, 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

Ares Brooklyn, PO3, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to Bronze Squadron, ANVIL Troop, ANVIL-2 as NSW - SEAL (Breacher).

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.