https://raulmedrano.com 2026-11-02 daily 1.0 https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image01.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image05.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image22.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image23.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image18.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image24.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image08.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image07.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image09.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image10.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image11.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image12.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image02.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image13.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image14.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image15.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image17.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image03.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image21.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image04.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image16.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image06.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image20.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/image19.jpg https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery01/31b14c36.jpg Sergeant Raul Medrano at FOB Shank after an awards ceremony. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery07/63ce6051.jpg Sergeant Raul Medrano's Military Awards & Recognitions https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery07/f6de4f72.jpg Sergeant Raul Medrano being presented with an award by the 3-7 Infantry Commander https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery04/3c41b423.jpg __***Meritorious Unit Commendation (w/ 1 Oak Leaf Cluster) -***__ Presented to units for exceptionally meritorious conduct in performance of outstanding services during a period of military operations. __**1 Oak Leaf Cluster indicates subsequent award.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery04/941395df.jpg __***Regimental Distinctive Insignia - 7th Infantry Regiment (CottonBalers) -***__ Regimental crest presented for service as part of 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery04/74814351.jpg __***Shoulder Sleeve Insignia – Military Operations in Hostile Conditions (SSI-MOHC) -***__ Division Insignia / Combat Patch presented for service in a combat zone as part of the 3rd Infantry Division https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery04/f37b4a03.jpg __***Combat Action Badge -***__ Presented to soldiers who have actively engaged the enemy in active ground combat. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery06/9bfb1a0c.jpg __***Purple Heart -***__ Presented to service members who are wounded in action by an enemy force. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery06/eb53e264.jpg __***Army Commendation Medal (w/ 1 Oak Leaf Cluster) -***__ Presented for heroism, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service while serving in the U.S. Army. __**1 Oak Leaf Cluster indicates subsequent award.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery06/d5afe65e.jpg __***Army Achievement Medal (w/ 2 Oak Leaf Clusters) -***__ Presented for meritorious service or achievement while serving in the U.S. Army. __**2 Oak Leaf Clusters indicates subsequent awards.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery03/46901888.jpg __***Army Good Conduct Medal (w/ 2 Loops/Knots on Clasp) -***__Presented for exemplary behavior and fidelity during U.S. Army service. __**2 Loops/Knots on Clasp indicate subsequent awards.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery03/c4eada14.jpg __***National Defense Service Medal -***__ Presented for service on active duty during periods of national conflict. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery03/c522772a.jpg __***Afghanistan Campaign Medal (w/ Campaign Star) -***__Presented for serving in Afghanistan in direct support of operations. __**Campaign Star presented for direct support of Operation Enduring Freedom.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery03/276057ca.jpg __***Global War on Terrorism Service Medal -***__ Presented for active duty service in support of the Global War on Terrorism. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery02/0f0e4f5a.jpg __***Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon -***__ Presented upon graduation from the U.S. Army Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Course. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery02/3087a195.jpg __***Army Service Ribbon -***__ Presented to Soldiers upon successful completion of initial training and entry into the U.S. Army. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery02/791e714f.jpg __***Army Service Ribbon -***__ Presented to Soldiers upon successful completion of initial training and entry into the U.S. Army. https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery05/e89cce78.jpg __***NATO Non-Article 5 Medal (ISAF) -***__ Presented for service in Afghanistan in support of NATO's International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery05/963f3b31.jpg __***Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge (w/ Rifle Bar) -***__ Presented to Soldiers who achieve the highest qualification rating in U.S. Army rifle marksmanship. __**Rifle Bar indicates qualification with a rifle.*__ https://raulmedrano.com/assets/images/gallery05/ef3f0714.jpg __***Driver and Mechanic Badge (w/ Driver-W Bar) -***__ Presented to Soldiers who demonstrate proficiency in operating military vehicles. __**Driver-W Bar indicates qualification as a driver of wheeled military vehicles.*__