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Ted Westmoreland earned his first Silver Star in Afghanistan, and a second Silver Star in Iraq. He may be the only member of the U.S. Army to receive a Silver Star for actions in BOTH theaters in the Global War on Terrorism.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Division:

    1st Special Forces

    Action Date:

    July 22, 2003

    DOD Listing at www.valor.defense.gov

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Ted Carson Westmoreland, II, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 22 July 2003 against an armed enemy as an Assault Troop Medic, during combat operations in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM in Iraq. Master Sergeant Westmoreland’s contributions directly credited this Nation with unequivocal success during three assaults against a building with two of the top three Iraqi Targets. He continually exposed himself to highly accurate enemy fire in successful efforts to save the life and limb of his fellow operators and maintain the momentum of this high risk assault. His valorous actions under fire had a direct and immediate impact on his unit’s ability to continue the fight. Through his distinctive accomplishments, Master Sergeant Westmoreland’s actions reflect great credit upon himself, this unit, and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Division:

    1st Special Forces

    Action Date:

    December 4 – 11, 2001

    DOD Listing at www.valor.defense.gov

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Ted Carson Westmoreland, II, United States Army, for gallantry in action against an armed enemy of the United States from 4 December 2001 to 11 December 2001 as Assault Troop Medic, Operational Detachment – Delta, 1st Special Forces during combat operations in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM in Afghanistan. Master Sergeant Westmoreland’s contributions directly credited this Nation with unequivocal success during a catastrophic mass casualty incident. He is credited for saving numerous lives, both American and indigenous personnel, and performed flawlessly during this strategic mission behind enemy lines. Master Sergeant Westmoreland completed his tasks to perfection despite being wounded and under enemy ground fire that engaged the force. Through his distinctive accomplishments, Master Sergeant Westmoreland reflected great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Division:

    1st Special Forces

    Action Date:

    Global War on Terrorism

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Master Sergeant Ted Carson Westmoreland, II, United States Army, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.