Zachary Franklin LOA

Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

BG Zachary Franklin

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

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT

BG Zachary Franklin

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

BG Zachary Franklin

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 — BG

Zachary Franklin, has been promoted to the rank of US Army Brigadier General 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.

ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON

Zachary Franklin, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to Bronze Squadron, JSOC Staff, Operations-3 as J-3 : OIC Operations Chief (Shop Support Staff).

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.