Hegseth upgrades medals of three Marines who survived Afghanistan attack five years ago
Summary
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth upgraded the medals of three Marines who were guarding the Abbey Gate at Kabul’s airport during a bomb attack five years ago. The Marines helped protect U.S. service members as they left Afghanistan.Key Facts
- The medal upgrades honor three Marines: Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Eby, Cpl. Michael Gretzon, and Lance Cpl. Jordan Houston.
- The attack happened at the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.
- The bomb exploded while U.S. troops were evacuating from Afghanistan.
- The Marines were guarding the Abbey Gate when the bomb went off.
- The upgrades recognize their bravery and service during the evacuation operation.
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