The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Sergeant First Class Bryan M. Harter, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious service in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, Afghanistan, from 3 July 2011 to 31 March 2012. Sergeant First Class Harter’s personal courage and commitment to mission accomplishment in a combat zone, under the most extreme circumstances, greatly contributed to the success of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. Sergeant First Class Harter’s performance reflects great credit upon himself, Task Force THUNDERBIRDS, Combined Joint Task Force-1 and the United States Central Command.