Miguel Alatorre

SSG MIGUEL ALATORRE,

Joined the Army in May of 1999 fulfilling a childhood dream of service to his country. He served in multiple combat operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. 

For his service he was awarded:

The Bronze Star Medal (2nd Award), Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/Campaign Star, Iraq Campaign Medal w/Three Campaign Stars, Army Commendation (2nd Award), Army Achievement Medal (3rd Award), Meritorious Unit Commendation (2nd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (5th Award),National Service Defense Medal W/Bronze Service Star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (4th Award), Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal w/ 10 Year Device Bronze Hourglass, Armed Forces Reserve Medal W/ M Device (4th Award), Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Nato Medal, Combat Action Badge, Expert Marksmanship Badge w/ Rifle Bar, Driver and Mechanic Badge w/ Driver-Wheeled Vehicle(s) Clasp, Air Assault Badge, Parachutist Badge, Sapper Tab.

SSG Miguel Alatorre was medically discharged after 15 years of service on February 2015 due to combat related injuries suffered from an enemy IED complex attack during a Combat Patrol in Afghanistan in September 2012.

SSG Alatorre served with honor and courage during multiple combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. A proven and effective leader across four Military Occupational Specialties. He served with distinction, and commitment to the Army and our nation.