Long Brian LOA
Senior Airman, Special Reconnaissance
Specialty
1Z4X1 - Special Reconnaissance
Unit
24th STS, Special Reconnaissance
(Raven 2)
Position
Special Reconnaissance
Time in service
3 months, 13 days
Time in grade
1 month, 26 days
- This user does not have any secondary positions.
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| Aug 5, 2026 | LOA Start: 05AUG2026 \ Expected Return: 16AUG2026 |
LOA Start
LEAVE OF ABSENCE — DEPARTURE Long Brian, SrA, assigned to 24th STS, Special Reconnaissance as Special Reconnaissance (1Z4X1 - Special Reconnaissance), has formally initiated a Leave of Absence. LOA Start Date: Date of Document assigned COC Notified: Yes Member is temporarily removed from active roster status for the duration of the LOA. No adverse action associated. |
| Aug 2, 2026 | Graduated 24th STS Special Reconnaissance INDOC Training Class 1 Finale | |
| Aug 2, 2026 | Graduated HAHO|HALO 01-26 | |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Graduated 24th STS Special Reconnaissance INDOC Training Class 1 | |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Graduated COMBAT DIVE SCHOOL 01-26 | |
| Jun 28, 2026 | Graduated 24th Day 1 Training : SrA L.Brian | |
| May 22, 2026 | Graduated Green Team Day 3 Class 01-2026|02-2026 — Final Exercise | |
| May 15, 2026 | Graduated Green Team Class 01-26 Day 2 | |
| May 8, 2026 | Graduated Green Team Class 01-26 Day 1 |
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Award
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| Jun 12, 2026 |
AWARD - BADGE/QUAL - JOINT
Selected from Green Team THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT SrA Long Brian 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
Record Text
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.
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - US NAVY
Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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.
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - US NAVY
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - JOINT
Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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.
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - US NAVY
Combat Action Ribbon NAVY THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - JOINT
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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.
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| Jun 1, 2026 |
AWARD - JOINT
National Defense Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SrA Long Brian 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.
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| Aug 2, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 08-26 - Military Freefall (MFF) | |
| Jul 4, 2026 | Operation 2026 Fun-Ops: Mission Capt. Anthems Monthly Fun-Op - Operation Jenga Down Pt. 1 (Alpha Cell) | |
| Jun 28, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission Raven Team Training Phase 02-26 | |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Operation 2026 Fun-Ops: Mission Capt. Anthems Monthly Fun-Op - Operation Jenga Down Pt. 0 | |
| Jun 22, 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 23, 2026 | Operation 2026 Spin Ups: Mission Deadman's Gambit Part 2 |
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| Jun 19, 2026 | Promotion |
PROMOTION
PROMOTION — SrA Long Brian, has been promoted to the rank of Senior Airman on Jun 19, 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. |
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| May 1, 2026 | Promotion |
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| Jun 19, 2026 | 24th STS, Special Reconnaissance | Jr. Special Reconnaissance | |
| May 1, 2026 | NSW, GREEN TEAM, First Troop | Green Team |
ENLISTMENT
ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON Long Brian, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to NSW, GREEN TEAM, First Troop as Green Team (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. |

