Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: April 20, 2010
- Invested on: April 28, 2010
Rank: Corporal
On September 3, 2006, Corporal Lewis’ company was advancing across the Arghandab River in Afghanistan, when it came under enemy fire from a defended position; they quickly incurred several casualties. While the fight continued around him, and despite being wounded, he assisted with the assessment, treatment and evacuation of the other casualties until his own injuries forced him to stop. Demonstrating exemplary perseverance and devotion to duty, Corporal Lewis continued in spite of his injuries and helped save the lives of his fellow soldiers.
