Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: May 29, 2009
- Invested on: November 13, 2009
Rank: Corporal
Corporal Smithers was deployed to Afghanistan with the Kandahar Provincial Reconstruction Team’s Force Protection Unit, from February to September 2008. Throughout multiple combat operations, he directly engaged the enemy and distinguished himself as a medic capable of performing under the most adverse conditions. His sound judgment and decisive actions ensured that life-saving treatment was provided to Afghan soldiers and civilians. Corporal Smithers’ exceptional skill, focus and dedication saved Afghan lives and helped repel insurgent attacks.
