Jerry D. Sartin

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Jerry D. Sartin, Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CWO-3), U.S. Army, for valorous achievement in aerial flight during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM 06-08, while serving as a UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot in Command and Air Mission Commander in Bravo Company, 1st Battalion 131st Aviation Regiment, 36th Combat Aviation Brigade. Chief Warrant Officer Three Sartin’s heroic actions and piloting skills during combat operations in Iraq contributed to the overwhelming success of preventing further loss of life on 20 January 2007. His bravery in attempting the rescue of Easy 40 crew is in keeping with the finest traditions of military heroism and reflects distinct credit upon himself, the 1st Battalion, 131st Aviation Regiment, the 36th Combat Aviation Brigade, and the United States Army.