Mark Newlin

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Mark Newlin, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division, during combat operations in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, at Hit, Iraq, on 24 September 2006. Sergeant First Class Newlin’s exceptionally valorous serviced during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM contributed to the overwhelming success of the Command’s mission. His bravery is in keeping with the finest traditions of military heroism and reflect distinct credit upon himself, the Ready First Combat Team, and the United States Army.