Last week on June 8th, two members of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team were awarded the Army's fourth highest honor.  Col. Wayne Grigsby presented the Bronze Star to Staff Sgt. Michael Henderson and Pfc. Stephanie McCulley at Forward Operating Base Hammer.

In an incident that occurred in the Salman Pak area on may 8th, Henderson and McCulley responded with first aid at an IED explosion even before the smoke cleared.  The explosion caused the death of Spc. Blake C. Stephens and Spc. Kyle A. Little.  The lightning reactions of Henderson and McCulley saved the life of a third soldier.  The pair gave no thought to their own safety or the danger around them, their only thoughts were to get to the disabled vehicle and treat the injured.

Thank you for your courage, your leadership and a job well done.