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Download full resolution image Retired Soldier honored for Iraq heroism in 2004

Retired Soldier honored for Iraq heroism in 2004

LATHAM--Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general of New York, presents the Bronze Star Medal with V device to retired Master Sgt. Luis Barsallo during a ceremony at New York Division of Military and Naval Affairs headquarters on June 27, 2024. Barsallo was recognized for heroism during combat operations in Samarra, Iraq from in April and May 2004 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Barsallo retired from the New York National Guard in 2021.

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The Boerne Star -- Tue, 17 Feb 2026 Wounded warrior to receive wheelchair after Boerne event Injured in 2024 chopper crash, soldier honored at Black Rifle Coffee Co. A program linking physically challenged service members and first responders with better mobility is helping give... (more)

Times Union -- Mon, 16 Feb 2026 Duty Calls: Painting of Revolutionary War hero-turned-traitor being restored Supersized work depicting heroic moment in Continental Army Maj. Gen. Benedict Arnold's life to go on display in 2027. A huge painting depicting a heroic moment in the Continental Army... (more)

Daily Freeman -- Sun, 15 Feb 2026 Military news: New York Army National Guard members promoted The following area residents serving in the New York Army National Guard were promoted: * Montanah Pancake of Saugerties, assigned to Bravo Company, New York Recruiting and Retention Battalion,... (more)

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