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The Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal has been awarded to Bayonne’s Michael T. Embrich in recognition of his service to the Department of Defense during the COVID-19 pandemic.Bayonne’s Michael T. Embrich has been awarded the Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal in recognition of his service to the Department of Defense during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To qualify for the AFCSM, civilians must be involved in direct support of the Armed Forces in specifically designated military operations. Embrich’s contributions during the pandemic, where he provided direct support and assistance for an extended period, met the stringent criteria of the award. Embrich’s award citation reads: “For exceptional direct support and assistance to the Department of Defense during the COVID-19 pandemic. His actions and contributions provided invaluable service to the Corps and reflect with great credit upon himself and the Department of the Army.” The citation was signed off by Thomas J. Tickner, Brigadier General, USA, Commanding.
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