Justin LeHew
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Justin D. LeHew (born 2 January 1970 in Columbus Grove, Ohio) is a United States Marine who served in the War on Terror. He was awarded the Navy Cross for his actions on 23 and 24 March 2003 during the initial 2003 invasion of Iraq. He was hand picked to spearhead the rescue operation and recovery of the U.S. Army's 507th Maintenance Company on 23 March and subsequently was called upon again to take part in the rescue operation of US Army Private Jessica Lynch on 1 April 2003. He is also a recipient of the Bronze Star with Combat Distinguishing Device denoting Valor for his heroic actions from 5 to 28 August 2004 during the Battle of Najaf.[2][3][4]
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Justin D. LeHew | |
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Nickname(s) | The Hero of Nasiriyah[1] |
Born | (1970-01-02) 2 January 1970 (age 54) Columbus Grove, Ohio, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1988–2018 |
Rank | Sergeant major |
Unit | United States Marine Corps |
Battles/wars | Iraq War Bosnia-Herzegovina Operation Desert Storm |
Awards | Navy Cross Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal with Valor device Meritorious Service Medal |
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