SGT Andrew E. Okemwa
SGT Okemwa, a native of Nirobi, Kenya, has
demonstrated a commitment to the 172D Brigade which distinguished him from his
peers.
SGT Okemwa, the son of David and Salone Okemwa,
joined the Army in July 2007. He joined
the Army to make a better life for his family.
He has taken advantage of the opportunity to continue his college
education and earn his American citizenship while do his part in the Global War
on Terrorism.
SGT
Okemwa deployed to Afghanistan with Alpha Company, 3-66 Armor, Task Force 1-2
Infantry as the company supply sergeant.
He has been instrumental in the success of the company through the
thorough accountability of all property.
He is the only supply sergeant in the Battalion that has not had to
conduct a Financial Liability Investigation for Property Loss (FLIPL)
throughout the year long deployment.
The company displaced to three provinces which
resulted in company-level property book transfers of Theater Provided Equipment. Additionally, he managed the issue,
accountability, and turn-in of 100% of the company’s plate carriers. His attention to detail while processing
documentation was flawless; SGT Okemwa has proven that he a competent combat
proven logistician.
SGT
Okemwa is also an outstanding leader of Soldiers. During temporary assignment to Bagram
Airfield (BAF), he helped to process 173 Soldiers through the passenger
terminal as they departed for, and returned, from Environmental Morale
Leave. He kept 100% accountability of
their sensitive items on BAF during their absence. Additionally, he led physical fitness
training for the headquarters Soldiers; his morale and sincere desire to
improve the overall fitness of
the Soldiers he works with is exceptional.
His performance during the deployment has resulted in the recommendation
for him to be presented to the Staff Sergeant promotion board in July 2012.
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