Joshua R. Labbe

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 Sergeant Joshua R. Labbe, United States Army, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force on 6 October 2010, while serving as an Infantry Squad Leader in Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM in Afghanistan. Sergeant Labbe’s personal courage, selfless actions under intense enemy fire and commitment to mission accomplishment are a testament to his bravery. His actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of the military heroism and reflect distinct credit upon himself, the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), and the United States Army.