SPECIAL OPERATOR SECOND CLASS

R.Henderson

Platoon ChiefLCPO

Joint Task Force Bronze · in service since Dec 2025 · 11m

DECORATIONS // 4
  • Navy Combat Action Ribbon
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Bronze Squadron Ribbon
QUALIFICATIONS // 6
  • Military Free Fall Parachutist
  • Combat Life Saver
  • USAF Combat Dive Badge
  • BUDS Day 1
  • Bronze Original Member
  • Medical JSOMTC
OPERATIONS SERVED // 1
  • Operation Crimson Veil
CITATIONS // 1
Rank change to Special Operator Second Class
Joint Task Force Bronze
This is to certify that
The commanding officer has approved promotion to the grade of
Special Operator Second Class
to
Special Operator Second Class R.Henderson
Platoon Chief
for
Special Operator Third Class Henderson has shown outstanding dedication to Task Force Bronze, consistently giving his time and effort to the betterment of the unit. Taking initiative beyond his rank, he has conducted unofficial training sessions to help develop his teammates. He has been a reliable source of support for members with questions, and has always been ready to lend a hand, asked or not. His work ethic and team-first attitude have strengthened those around him. For these reasons, SO3 Henderson is hereby meritoriously promoted to the rank of Special Operator Second Class.
Given this 18th day of October 2026
M.Sowders
For the commanding officer
M.Sowders Lieutenant Commander Force Management
Joint Task Force Bronze
SERVICE RECORD // 18
  1. Award6 Nov 2026
    Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  2. Combat25 Oct 2026
    Operation Crimson Veil — Mission Phase 06-26 | "Jungle Thread"
  3. Award20 Oct 2026
    National Defense Service Medal
  4. Rank18 Oct 2026
    Rank change to Special Operator Second Class
  5. Combat18 Oct 2026
    Operation Crimson Veil — Mission Phase 05-26 | Mission "Cold Storage"
  6. Qualification10 Oct 2026
    Qualified: Military Free Fall Parachutist — Military Free Fall Parachutist
  7. Badge7 Oct 2026
    J-3 Staff - J-3 Staff
  8. Qualification6 Oct 2026
    Qualified: Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center (JSOMTC) Patch
  9. Qualification6 Oct 2026
    Qualified: Combat Life Saver — Basic Medical
  10. Award6 Oct 2026
    Navy Combat Action Ribbon
  11. Qualification5 Oct 2026
    Qualified: Bronze Original Member
  12. Qualification5 Oct 2026
    Qualified: BUDS Day 1
  13. Combat28 Sep 2026
    Operation Crimson Veil: Mission Phase 03-26 Mission "Speed Lizard"
  14. Rank23 Sep 2026
    Rank change to Special Operator Third Class
  15. Qualification18 Sep 2026
    Qualified: USAF Combat Dive Badge — Basic
  16. Combat6 Sep 2026
    24th STS Day 3 TACP Evaluation - SO3 J.Purdy
  17. Badge31 Aug 2026
    Special Warfare Insignia (SEAL Trident)
  18. Award31 Aug 2026
    Bronze Squadron Ribbon