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SFC Stephen Nielson
Army /
SFC Stephen Nielson
Served 2 tours in Iraq. One as a Bradley Fighting Vehicle commander and one as a Stryker commander. Received 2 Bronze stars, 1 Army Accomendation and 1 with Valor. Graduated as a Army Pathfinder. Preparing to deploy to Afganastan as a Stryker commander with the 3rd ACR.
While in Iraq, Sgt Nielson conducted over 220 combat patrols as a scout leader. His troop was attacked by hand grenades resulting in 7 friendly wounded. Sgt Nielson quickly re-established a security perimeter and drove off the attackers. His actions prevented any further attacks. His further actions resulted in the capture of over 200 individuals during combat operations.
