The Secretary of the Army of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Army Commendation Medal with Combat “V to Private First Class Shane A. Delaney, United States Army, for valorous achievement while assigned as an automatic rifleman in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM XII. Private First Class Delaney’s unwavering courage, aggressiveness, and dedication while under enemy fire was decisive in holding his squad’s perimeter and defeating an enemy’s attempt to overrun their patrol base. His actions in combat reflects distinct credit upon himself, Combined Task Force FURY, Reginal Command South, and the United States Army.