Robert A. Trivino

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Robert A. Trivino, United States Army, for gallantry in action from 31 May 2005 to 1 June 2005, during combat operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Troop Sergeant Major. During an assault against terrorist combatants, Master Sergeant Trivino’s tenacious leadership saved the lives of his Soldiers and ensured mission accomplishment. While under intense enemy fire, he pulled a downed Soldier out of harm’s way and organized the counter-attack that eliminated the enemy threat to achieve his element’s mission. With complete disregard for his personal safety, Master Sergeant Trivino led four deliberate assaults, an emergency assault, a dust off, and two hot landing zone exfiltrations. Master Sergeant Trivino’s distinctive accomplishments are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Command, and the United States Army.