Javier Camacho

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Javier Camacho, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, for heroism and valor under intense enemy fire while serving with Troop B, 3d Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action from 20 March 2003 to 6 April 2003, in Iraq. Sergeant First Class Camacho’s courage, tactical competence, and exemplary combat leadership in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM in Iraq resulted in the destruction countless enemy dismounts and equipment ensuring the success of the Troop and Squadron, culminating in the collapse of the Iraqi Regime. His actions reflect great credit upon himself, 3d Squadron, 7th U.S. Cavalry, 3d Infantry Division (M), and the United Sates Army.