The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Army Commendation Medal to Specialist Aulderson Franklin, United States Army, for meritorious service during from 6 August 2004 to 5 August 2005 while protecting Forward Operating Base Ar Ramadi during combat operation in Operation IRAQI FREEDOM II. His selfless service, loyalty to unit, and professional capability helped accomplish our mission in Iraq and reflects great credit upon himself, the “STEEL” Battalion, and the United States Army.