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EOD Airman receives fourth Bronze Star

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) – Master Sgt. Brandon Livingston, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight superintendent, was awarded his fourth Bronze Star Medal during a ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, March 23. Livingston distinguished himself with exceptional meritorious service as the operations NCO in-charge, while deployed in support of Operation Enduring [...]

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EOD Airman nominated for Bronze Star

KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AFNS) – There is a bloodstain on his boot. He says it’s a reminder of a day he probably couldn’t forget, even if he tried. Staff Sgt. Kenneth Guinn, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician deployed here from the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, has been nominated for a Bronze Star [...]

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EOD Airman receives Bronze Star

Staff Sgt. Michael Pasley, 39th Civil Engineer Squadron, is presented the Bronze Star by Col. Scott Enold, 39th Mission Support Group commander, March 5, 2012, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Pasley earned the Bronze Star for his actions while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. via EOD Airman receives Bronze Star.

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SecDef praises Global Strike Airmen

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. (AFNS) – The nation’s top military advisor visited Barksdale Air Force Base, Feb. 17, getting a first-hand look at the Air Force’s strategic deterrence capabilities. With more than 300 people in attendance, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta began his visit with a town-hall meeting, stressing the importance of Barksdale to the nation. [...]

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Andersen Airmen recognized for life-saving actions

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (AFNS) – A 36th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal apprentice was awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal here Feb. 16 for his precise execution of life saving skills under the most unexpected of circumstances. Airman 1st Class Cody Frediani used CPR training to help save the life of a stranger here [...]

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Improvised Explosive Device

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dallas Bozeman, 820th Combat Operations Squadron explosive ordinance disposal technician, shows other members of his squadron how to identify an improvised explosive device during field training at the military operations in urban terrain village Feb. 8, 2012, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Bozeman was recently deployed to Afghanistan and [...]

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Air Force recognizes top EOD flight

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. (AFNS) — The 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight here was named as the best in the Air Force recently. For its outstanding 2011 accomplishments, the flight was recognized with the Senior Master Sgt. Gerald J. Stryzak Award as part of the overall 2011 Air Force Civil Engineer [...]

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AFDW Airman earns AF-level EOD award

Air Force District of Washington – Air Force officials have recognized the outstanding performance and exemplary service of an Air Force District of Washington civil engineer staff action officer. Senior Master Sgt. Mark J. Thrower, explosive ordnance functional manager assigned to AFDW Logistics, Installations and Mission Support (A4/7), was awarded the Maj. Gen. William D. Gilbert Award [...]

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EOD Airmen receive Bronze Star Medal

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan – Two members of the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight were awarded the Bronze Star Medal Jan. 9. Master Sgt. James Jones, non-commissioned officer in charge of EOD operations, and Tech. Sgt. John Johnson, an EOD craftsman, were awarded the Bronze Star Medal for exceptionally meritorious service while deployed to [...]

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Airman earns Bronze Star

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska – Tech. Sgt. Andrew Adrian received a Bronze Star from Col. Robert Evans, Jount Base Elmendorf-Richardson 673d Air Base Wing commander, at the Explosive Ordinance Disposal shop here Nov. 18. “Explosive Ordinance Disposal is dangerous work, and theres probably nothing more important that doing that,” Evans said. “Today were honoring Andrew and to [...]

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Fairchild EOD technician awarded second Bronze Star

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – Staff Sgt. Seth Statzer of the 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron was awarded a Bronze Star on Nov. 9 for his exceptionally meritorious service as an explosive ordnance disposal team leader in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.”I feel very humbled,” said Statzer when asked about receiving the Bronze Star. “The [...]

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EOD Airman returns to Hawaii with Purple Heart

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii  – A U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, returned home Oct. 16 following a month of treatment for injuries he suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated in Afghanistan Sept. 14. Staff Sgt. DJ Dutton, from the 647th Civil Engineer Squadron, was able [...]

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Bishopp named Outstanding Airman of the Year

Staff Sergeant Jordan Bishopp deployed in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM where he executed 60 route clearing missions, clearing over 5,000 miles for critical convoy operations. He flawlessly supported the 10th Mountain Division and 173rd Airborne where his expertise averted disaster on 724 successful missions. Sergeant Bishopp personally neutralized 46 Improvised Explosive Devices allowing more [...]

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Sheppard EOD instructor named Best in Texas

SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Tx – ”Everyday members of the armed forces face risks most ordinary people are not accustomed to. Most of the time, we perform our jobs in secrecy without any expectation of notoriety or fanfare. But every once in a while, it’s nice to receive recognition for a job well done or an act [...]

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