Brandon Griffin is a graduate of Furman University, Class of 1999.
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Brandon Griffin is a graduate of Furman University, Class of 1999.
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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 Captain (Infantry) Brandon S. Griffin, United States Army, for exceptionally valorous conduct in the face of the enemy of the United States as Commanding Officer, Operational Detachment Alpha 316 (ODA-316), 3d Special Forces Group (Airborne), in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM from 7 to 9 August 2007, in Afghanistan. Captain Griffin’s dedication to duty, tactical proficiency, and commitment to mission accomplishment greatly contributed to accurate fires on enemy forces and mission success. Upon clearing the enemy’s numerically superior kill zone, Captain Griffin repeatedly subjected himself to intense and unrelenting enemy fire in order to organize defensive operations. He set the highest example of personal bravery through his demonstrated valor and calmness under fire. Captain Griffin’s valiant actions prevented enemy insurgent forces from over-running the United States Force’s position and caused the enemy element to retreat. His performance reflects great credit upon himself, the Combined Joint Task Force-76, and the United States Army.